According to reports, Luis Figo, in an interview with Marca before the Laureus Awards ceremony, discussed the recent behavior of Vinicius Junior, the young Brazilian star of Real Madrid.

When asked about Vinicius Junior’s controversial behavior in the recent match against Athletic Bilbao, particularly when he refrained from his usual celebration after scoring a goal (which was later disallowed by the referee), Figo responded:“I am not fully aware of the exact details of what happened in that moment, and honestly, I don’t want to make definitive statements about situations I haven’t personally witnessed.”

However, Luis Figo, with years of experience at the highest levels of football, quickly pointed out a crucial and important lesson:“But generally speaking, considering all aspects, I believe that entering a confrontational space and clashing with your own fans is not the right approach. What every player always seeks and should strive for is the unwavering support of the fans. The ultimate goal of a professional player is to provide quality and effective performances to satisfy and delight the spectators.”

The beloved star, who played for many years at the Santiago Bernabéu, emphasized the vital importance of a warm and constructive relationship between players and fans, saying:“Perhaps the reaction and opinion of rival fans may not be very important or decisive for a player, but your own fans, those who support you in all circumstances and are your main motivation to strive and succeed, must love and respect you. This is a fundamental principle in the world of professional football, isn’t it?”

In essence, Luis Figo indirectly advised Vinicius Junior to avoid creating tension and confrontation with the Bernabéu stands and instead focus all his efforts on winning their passionate support and maintaining a positive and constructive relationship with the fans.