Real Madrid superstar returns to form in style with sensational brace for Brazil

Real Madrid superstar returns to form in style with sensational brace for Brazil Real Madrid have enjoyed an excellent run of results under Jose Mourinho, with several key attacking stars chipping in for Los Blancos . However, one player whose form has left a lot to be desired is Vinicius Jr., with the Brazilian struggling to get going this season . In his absence through a four-match suspension, Madrid have continued to improve and have looked like a more balanced side. However, the Brazilian offered an encouraging reminder of his quality on Saturday, scoring twice in his nation’s dramatic 3-2 defeat against Japan. Vinicius ends goalscoring drought with two stunning strikes The 26-year-old left winger has endured a frustrating spell in front of goal, with his lack of goals becoming particularly glaring. His overall performances have also been a cause for concern. However, against Japan, he looked considerably sharper. With Brazil trailing 2-0, the Madrid winger produced a spectacular long-range effort in the 33rd minute to pull his side back into contention. He struck again in the 75th minute, curling another excellent shot in off the post to restore parity. His influence extended well beyond the two goals. Vinicius created two big chances and registered five passes into the final third. Vinicius also completed four of his five attempted long balls. He delivered two crosses from three attempts, won four fouls and completed 32 carries. However, the Real Madrid star’s display was not enough to save Brazil from defeat, with Japan scoring a stoppage-time winner. A timely confidence boost for Mourinho’s Madrid Vinicius’ timely performance could prove to be an important turning point in his career. Even though he could not help his team secure victory on the night, he will take a lot of confidence from the performance. Vinicius has served his four-match suspension at Real Madrid. (Photo by Koji Watanabe/Getty Images) Having served his four-match suspension following his red card against Villarreal, he will be raring to go for Real Madrid after the break. It remains to be seen how Jose Mourinho handles Vinicius’ minutes in the coming weeks and manages the competition between him and Diomande. Vinicius’ return to form is exactly what the manager would have wanted from this international break, and the onus is now on the player to carry this momentum into the return of club football.