Vinícius Júnior matches legendary World Cup record pointing Brazil’s triumph

ByKehinde-Hassan Afolabi

Vinícius Júnior has become the first Brazilian player in 24 years to score in all three World Cup group stage matches, joining an iconic list of former champions.

Real Madrid forward Vinícius Júnior has written his name into the history books following a scintillating group stage campaign at the 2026 FIFA World Cup.

By netting a crucial brace during Brazil’s commanding 3-0 victory over Scotland, the dynamic winger became only the fifth Brazilian player ever to score in all three opening group fixtures of a single World Cup tournament.

The explosive 25-year-old superstar now shares this ultra-exclusive milestone with national football royalty, including Jairzinho, Romário, Ronaldo, and Rivaldo.

Crucially for the Seleção, every single one of the previous icons who achieved this magnificent goalscoring feat went on to lift the coveted trophy, providing a massive omen for Brazil’s current quest for global dominance.

Kehinde-Hassan Afolabi is a football journalist whose deep tactical understanding of the game makes him a standout, captivating audiences across print, audio, and video. His poetic background brings a unique rhythm and depth to his work, seamlessly transforming analysis into artistry. With a knack for narration and research, he captures the drama of the game beyond tactics and statistics, making each piece of his; a compelling blend of insight and storytelling.

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