Brazil's legends criticized him hard & Vinicius' message after the elimination from Copa America

The Brazilian national team was disappointed in the Copa America USA 2024 for many Brazilian fans. The fans expected the team to at least reach the semifinals of the competition, but they were knocked out of the competition by Uruguay in the quarterfinals. Arguably, the biggest star in the competition, Vinicius Jr., did not deliver for the team, according to many fans, and the Real Madrid star issued an apology to the Brazilian fans for their performance in the competition, which included one win and three draws. On his Instagram, Vinicius wrote, "Copa America is over and it's time to reflect, know how to deal with defeat. The feeling of frustration kicks in again Again on the penalties. I failed to get two yellow cards. Watched elimination of outside again; But this time it's my fault. I apologize for that. I know how to listen to the criticism, and the harshest ones, believe me, come from within. My national team journey, fortunately, is just beginning. Next to my teammates, I'll have the chance to relocate our national team to the place it deserves."

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Vinicius played three matches in the group stage for Brazil in the Copa America, where he scored a total of two goals in the whole competition. He scored a brace in the 4-1 win against Paraguay. In the first match against Costa Rica, the match ended 0-0, and Vinicius Jr. played 71 minutes.

In the matches against Paraguay, he received a yellow card in the 83rd minute of the match. In the final match of the group stage against Colombia, Vinicius made a serious mistake in the 7th minute of the match as he received a yellow card and got himself suspended for the quarterfinals of the Copa America. The game between Brazil and Colombia ended 1-1, finishing second in the group with five points.

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What is next for Vinicius Jr.?

Since Vinicius and Brazil are now out of the Copa America, the Brazilian star will not go with Real Madrid to prepare for the preseason. The preseason tour for Real Madrid will be in the United States in late July.