Vinicius Jr Speaks Ahead of World Cup Opener

Vinicius Jr is at the physical and technical level he's always dreamed of, he said ahead of Brazil's World Cup opener against Morocco.

What's driving his confidence?

He hasn't suffered any injuries this season and has prepared well to get to this point. Playing with Carlo Ancelotti gives him peace of mind, freedom, and confidence to do everything he's already done with the national team and at Real Madrid.

Vinicius Jr on his role in the national team

It's a very important and special role to represent his entire family and country at a World Cup, where he's always dreamed of being. To be here after so much time, lessons, and hard work, he just wants to seize this opportunity and show everyone that Brazil can be champions.

Vinicius Jr on what it means to play in the World Cup

The World Cup is different from all other competitions, he thinks, and the last World Cup taught him that they have to be prepared and focused until the last minute of the match. He hopes they can do things differently and come out on top in those small details. Vinicius Jr faces Morocco on Saturday, a team that has improved a lot and is capable of competing against anyone. They have an excellent squad, with players who play for top clubs, including Brahim and Hakimi.

Vinicius Jr on the World Cup title

Brazil has come to win the title, he said, and they're at the level of the great national teams and clubs, with great players who have been improving in recent months. At the World Cup, everything starts from scratch, and what matters is what happens starting tomorrow. Vinicius Jr is focused on the national team and will talk about his contract situation with Real Madrid after the World Cup. He's only focused on his country, teammates, and having a great tournament. And he believes football is for everyone, hoping everyone can enjoy the World Cup. So Brazil is ready to make history and compete in a great tournament, with Vinicius Jr leading the charge.