Brazil legend Romario heaps praise on Vinicius: ‘One of the five best players in this World Cup’

Brazil legend Romario heaps praise on Vinicius: ‘One of the five best players in this World Cup’ Vinicius Jr. has taken matters into his own hands for Brazil in the ongoing FIFA World Cup, and it is safe to say that he has been central to all of the team’s success so far. In his team’s three games so far, the Real Madrid superstar already has four goals and an assist to his name and has directly contributed to five of his team’s seven goals. His form has been impressive, not only in terms of his attacking forays but also his clinical finishing, and Real Madrid will be pleased to see how he has rediscovered his best under the highest of pressure. In fact, his performances have even led to a renewed interest in the Real Madrid board to speed up the star’s contract renewal – something that has been at a standstill for months now. Stepping up for Brazil. (Photo by Megan Briggs/Getty Images) Romario’s praise Brazilian legend Romario spoke to the media in a recent interview where he commented on his nation’s performances at the FIFA World Cup so far and the players who have stood out. Commenting specifically on which player is currently the Selecao’s most important figure, he had no hesitation in naming Real Madrid’s Vinicius Jr . “Vini Jr is Brazil’s main man. He really is,” he told RMC Sport . Elaborating on how good the left-winger has been for Brazil in the ongoing event, Romario said, “He’s one of the five best players in this World Cup, and he has everything to be the main protagonist of this entire tournament.” Vinicius has scored four goals at the World Cup. (Photo by Dan Mullan/Getty Images) For such words to come from the mouth of a legend like Romario, needless to say, speaks highly of the winger’s talent and influence. Where do Vinicius and Brazil stand? Brazil qualified for the knockout stages of the FIFA World Cup quite comfortably and are one of the favourites to advance deep into the competition. Their first test in the knockouts, however, sees them face off against Japan later tonight in the Round of 32, and it is clear that the game will be anything but simple. With Barcelona star Raphinha suffering an injury, Vinicius now has more responsibility than ever before in the national team. His performance today, needless to say, may well be what makes the difference.