Vinicius is today one of  the best players in the world.  His condition is irrefutable and he was endorsed in a night of pure European essence. His footprint at Anfield was consistent with the history of Madrid and redimensioned, more if possible, his figure to defeat the few critics he has left. Through his colossal wake, Ancelotti's team rose after a calamitous start that, on the contrary, did not cause him any emotional hole. His ability to withstand any blow is more than demonstrated and he rebuilt himself again with fabulous integrity. He had the favor of the recreational spirit of the game, with its insane aroma, and of a Liverpool that resigned at a defensive level very soon. And that Klopp's team started with the rhythm that suits them best and a Salah unleashed against Alaba, without Modric or Vinicius lending a hand to the Austrian due to the high positions of Alexander-Arnold and Henderson. Nacho's subsequent entry (and Valverde's change to that sector after the break) balanced the dispute on that side. In any case, the youth squad player came on after Liverpool had already opened the gap, but the relationship of forces quickly reversed when Bajcetic lost the ball, Modric caught it and Vinicius brought out the artillery. Madrid turned the game around, ran in transition and exhibited the punch that is customary on the European catwalk.

It was a fabulous reaction that weaves with the tradition of Madrid. Liverpool showed an anti-competitive version after the loss with a slow retreat and defenseless against the explosive speed of Ancelotti's block on counterattacks. For a long time, with the exception of Modric, the midfield did not matter and that reality is always the best for a Madrid that is unstoppable in space. With Vinicius in an advantageous position, the red team was dismembered without the aid system that Klopp had planned for the Brazilian being able to survive. When Benzema appeared later, there was no longer a possible arrangement for Liverpool. Madrid passed Anfield like lightning and confirmed the old law that makes it seem untouchable in the UEFA Champions League. It is the eternal merit, a music that always sounds the same way and becomes catchy for the players who praise its history. Vinicius is one of the same and is now confirmed as the best player in the world.