At just 18 years of age, Endrick is making waves at Real Madrid. Yesterday against Celta Vigo, the young Auriverde striker scored an express brace during extra time. But it was his father’s unexpected reaction that went viral.
Endrick made his mark last Thursday in the last 16 of the Copa del Rey. In a tense match against Celta Vigo, he scored twice in extra time to seal victory for Real Madrid (5-2, a.p.). This moment of glory comes in the midst of a difficult season in which Endrick, who arrived last summer from Palmeiras, has had to make do with rare appearances on the pitch.
With just two starts in 17 games in all competitions, the young player has not let his frustration get the better of him. On the contrary, he has shown impressive maturity. Despite limited playing time and limited interaction with Carlo Ancelotti, Endrick has nothing but positive things to say about the Real Madrid coach. ‘I’m very grateful to Ancelotti,’ he said after the match. ‘He taught me to work hard. He knows what he’s doing for the team.
This philosophy seems to be at the heart of Endrick’s mentality. Rather than asking for more minutes, he chooses to train hard at Valdebebas, Real’s training centre. He knows that the Transalpine coach puts the collective interest above all else, even if that means waiting his turn.
Endrick’s father ecstatic, video goes viral
Behind the scenes of this success, a touching scene impressed fans. Douglas, Endrick’s father, couldn’t contain his emotion as he watched his son shine. A video showing him jumping for joy in front of the television quickly went viral.
El padre de Endrick, filpando con el gol de tacón de su hijo:pic.twitter.com/Vi7SdvGQvj
— Madrid Sports (@MadridSports_) January 17, 2025
It’s an authentic moment that shows a father’s pride at seeing his son blossom at one of the most prestigious clubs in the world. It is a reminder that behind every player, there is a family who shares in the sacrifices and successes. For Endrick, his father’s support is an essential driving force in his quest for success at Madrid.
Although his season is still in its infancy, Endrick appears to be well on the way to making his mark. With four goals to his name and a hard-working mentality, the Auriverde is proving that he has the potential to become a mainstay of the Madrid team. The young prodigy knows that the competition is tough with stars like Vinícius Jr, Kylian Mbappé and Rodrygo. But he remains patient and confident. ‘I’ll always be ready. If you don’t do your job, you’re out,’ he asserts with determination.
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