Football Updates: Vinícius Júnior, Ana Guzmán, and LaLiga News
- Vinícius Júnior was substituted by Mourinho during the Roma versus Real Madrid match.
- LaLiga reported offensive chants directed at Vinícius Júnior by Real Sociedad supporters.
- Palmeiras defender Ana Guzmán will miss the Copa Libertadores Feminina due to a knee injury.
During the match between Roma and Real Madrid, Vinícius Júnior was substituted in the 59th minute, shortly after Roma extended their lead to 3-1. He left the pitch alongside Dumfries without exchanging a greeting with manager José Mourinho.
In Spain, LaLiga has filed a formal complaint regarding chants calling Vinícius an idiot, as well as insults directed at Spain and its national team. The abuse occurred during a match between Real Sociedad and Deportivo de la Coruña.
Separately, Palmeiras will be without right-back Ana Guzmán for the Copa Libertadores Feminina. The Colombian defender suffered a torn anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) in her right knee while playing for her national team against Venezuela on Tuesday (13). Guzmán, a regular starter for the club in 2026, requires surgery and is not expected to return to play until next season.