Vinicius Junior was crowned Champions League player of the season on Monday by UEFA after leading Real Madrid to European triumph, while teammate Jude Bellingham received the young player award.
Vinicius, a Brazilian forward, scored six goals and assisted five times in Real’s successful season, including the second in the 2-0 victory over Borussia Dortmund in the final at Wembley on Saturday.
Real Madrid were crowned European champions for the 15th time, extending their record.
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“I’m very happy to be able to win another Champions League with this club, which has given me so much,” 23-year-old Vinicius said.
Bellingham, an England midfielder, was voted Champions League young player of the season following a remarkable debut season with the Spanish club.
The 20-year-old scored four goals and assisted five times in the Champions League for Real Madrid, which also won the Spanish league championship.
“I can’t put it into words,” he said. “It’s the best night of my life.
” It’s got to be up there in terms of the perfect season.”
“I’ve always dreamed of playing in these games,” said the 20-year-old England midfielder.
“I can’t put it into words. It’s the best night of my life.
“It’s got to be up there in terms of the perfect season. I can’t have dreamed it much better than this.
“I’m so grateful to my team-mates, my family, the team behind the scenes: the physios, everyone there.
” This is a massive group effort.”