Real Madrid concluded the eighth matchday of La Liga with a 1-0 victory against Villarreal, but the match remained in the shadow of a controversy that shook the entire club. In the 72nd minute, Brazilian striker Vinicius Junior was sent off after slashing Nathan Saliba's hair, an event that provoked the indignation of manager José Mourinho, who preferred to remain silent during the match, declaring that he wanted to concentrate on the next Champions League match against Roma.
After the match Vinicius published a post on Instagram in which he apologized to the team and the fans, but did not mention Saliba directly. The message received appreciation from teammates, including Courtois and Rudiger, who left "likes" and comments of support. The young Englishman Bellingham responded with words of solidarity, saying he was "always by your side".
Real Madrid, which has just won against Villarreal, is now preparing for the Champions League match against Roma, where Mourinho will have to face the club's former coach. Meanwhile, the club continues to manage the situation of Vinicius, who has expressed his desire to make amends for his mistake and continue to contribute to the team's success. The near future will see the club trying to consolidate its position in La Liga and prepare as best as possible for European competitions.