- ABC News
- June 29, 2024
Vinícius Júnior criticised the Copa América's pitches, referees and organisers CONMEBOL after putting in a player-of-the-match performance in Brazil's 4-1 win over Paraguay on Friday. The Real Madrid forward scored twice in a convincing win at Allegiant Stadium, Las Vegas, to leave Brazil on four points in second place in Group D -- behind leaders Colombia -- and on track to qualify for the quarterfinals. "The Copa América is always difficult because of the pitches, because of the referees -- who always go against us -- and because of the way CONMEBOL treats people," Vinícius said post-match. "It's always difficult, but we have to stay strong. We can only talk by winning. When we talk, CONMEBOL say we talk too much." ESPN has approached CONMEBOL for comment. Brazil had an underwhelming start to the competition, drawing 0-0 with Costa Rica on Monday, with Vinícius coming in for criticism and questions over his role in the...