The Vinicius Jr show as he sweeps aside Atalanta with a goal and a superb assist (VIDEO)

In the space of two minutes, Vinícius Jr changed the course of the match against Atalanta in the Champions League. A goal and a brilliant pass: the Brazilian delivered a recital at the Bergamo stadium.

Having just returned from injury, Vinicius Jr is already carrying Real Madrid forward. After Kylian Mbappé went off injured, it was the Brazilian international who took charge of Madrid’s attack. In the 57th minute, Atalanta pushed forward, but lost the ball in a dangerous position.

Vinícius Jr collected the ball calmly and surgically slotted the ball past Carnesecchi with his left foot. This fifth Champions League goal of the season once again demonstrated the growing power of Madrid’s No7. The Bergamo crowd barely had time to recover before they witnessed a moment of magic. In the 59th minute, Vinícius Jr hit a pinpoint cross.

Jude Bellingham, perfectly synchronised, went to the edge of offside, deposited De Roon in a one-on-one duel and finished with his left foot. It was a spectacular move, in keeping with Madrid’s ambitions. With five goals in the Champions League this season, Vinícius has established himself as one of Europe’s most formidable attacking weapons. His ability to be decisive in big games is unquestionable.