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Vinícius Júnior
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Vinícius Júnior

Athlete · born July 12, 2000

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Vinícius José Paixão de Oliveira Júnior, known mononymously as Vinícius, is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a forward for La Liga club Real Madrid and the Brazil national team.

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Milestones, by age

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  1. ~16Joined Brazil national under-17 football team2016
  2. ~17Joined Clube de Regatas do Flamengo2017
  3. ~18Joined Real Madrid Club de Fútbol2018
  4. ~18Joined Real Madrid Castilla2018
  5. ~18Joined Brazil national under-20 football team2018
  6. ~19Joined Brazil men's national football team2019

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