Since he failed in the race for the 2024 Ballon d'Or, Vinicius Junior has struggled to get back on track. Last season, the Brazilian continued to sink and disappoint within Real Madrid. Now under the orders of Xabi Alonso, he started the new exercise a little sluggishly, but has seemed to regain some color in recent weeks. Called up with Brazil for the international window in October, he learned bad news this Thursday.
This time not on the sporting level but on the side of his personal life since according to Marcaa fire broke out at the Brazilian's home this Thursday. Located in the upscale La Moraleja district on the Madrid side, the property was affected by a fire which broke out in the basement, more particularly in the sauna area, at around 11 a.m.
It is more precisely in the false ceiling of this famous sauna that the fire would have found its source. The Spanish media cited initial hypotheses pointing to an electrical failure. The smoke quickly spread and invaded both floors of the house. The sauna was completely destroyed. Firefighters who responded to the scene needed an hour to ensure the fire was extinguished for good.
Vinicius absent, no injuries to report
Vinicius was therefore not at home and no one was injured or even poisoned by the heavy smoke. The footballer will therefore be able to refocus on his work with the Seleçao. Already qualified for the 2026 World Cup, the team coached by Carlo Ancelotti is traveling to Asia to play two friendly matches. Brazil will face South Korea this Friday (1 p.m.) and will continue with Japan next Tuesday (12:30 p.m.).
Once he returns to Madrid, Vinicius will be able to take care of repairing his home. With Real, he will travel to Getafe on October 19 (9 p.m.), as part of the ninth day of La Liga.
