In yesterday’s La Liga clash, Real Madrid beat Valencia 4-0, but not without drama — Vinícius Júnior stepped up to take a penalty and saw his shot saved by Agirrezabala. Despite that miss, Madrid continued to dominate and didn’t let the moment derail them.
Madrid created pressure early, and after some build-up play, the referee awarded a penalty following a handball in the box. Mbappé converted one spot kick earlier, but when Vini took his turn, it didn’t go in.
The miss happened in the 43rd minute, but Real Madrid kept pushing.
Flow and Reaction
Even with the penalty saved, Madrid controlled the match. Jude Bellingham added a third just before half-time to put the game well out of reach. In the second half, Álvaro Carreras sealed it with a spectacular finish to make it 4-0. After the match, Madrid’s official site noted:
Vini Jr. took the spot kick, but Agirrezabala was on hand to save …”
What It Means & My Take
Vini has a history of being a strong attacking presence, but penalty kicks bring extra pressure. In this case, the timing wasn’t ideal.
Still, Madrid’s response shows they trust their squad depth. The fact they didn’t panic or lose momentum after the miss speaks well of their mindset.
For Vini, this is a moment to bounce back — to use it as fuel. Penalties are part of the game, and missing one doesn’t erase his talent. He just needs to stay sharp, stay confident, and move on quickly.
From the perspective of fans and analysts watching, the bigger question might be: will this affect who takes penalties in big games? What’s your hot take? Let us know in the comments.