BREAKING NEWS: Vinicius Jr. Sets the Record Straight on Arsenal Defeat.
Following Real Madrid’s recent defeat to Arsenal, social media exploded with claims that Arsenal’s Jurrien Timber had Vinicius Jr. “in his pocket.” However, the Brazilian winger has now come forward to clear the air and reveal who really made life difficult for him on the pitch.
In a post-match interview, Vinicius Jr. addressed the swirling rumors with honesty:
“People have been saying Timber had me in his pocket, but that’s not true. He played well, yes — but the Arsenal player who really challenged me was someone else in their defence.”
Vinicius Jr. went on to praise the performance of William Saliba, the French center-back who quietly dominated throughout the match.
“Saliba was on another level. His positioning, strength, and calmness on the ball made it really tough for me to create chances. I’ve faced a lot of defenders in my career, but he was definitely one of the toughest I’ve come up against recently,” Vinicius admitted.
While Timber had moments of brilliance and held his own, it was Saliba who consistently shut down Madrid’s left flank, anticipating Vinicius’ trademark moves and limiting his influence on the game. Fans might be quick to jump on narratives, but Vinicius’ praise for Saliba speaks volumes about the defender’s underrated presence and growing reputation in European football.
As Arsenal continue their impressive campaign, performances like Saliba’s won’t go unnoticed — especially when top-class opponents like Vinicius Jr. give credit where it’s due.
So next time the debate comes up, remember: it wasn’t Timber, it was William Saliba who truly pocketed Vinicius Jr.
on the night.
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