Vinicius Junior unveils sports centre with his name at his former school in Brazil

• Vinicius Junior has unveiled a sports centre with his name at the school he attended
• The Brazilian took the limelight at the event held at Odete Sao Paio school
• Vinicius joined Real Madrid in 2018 from Brazilian club Flamengo

Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior has inaugurated a sports centre bearing his name at the school where his rise to fame began.

The 22-year-old returned to his alma mater, Odete Sao Paio School in Sao Goncalo, his hometown in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil.

The Los Blancos' new No.7 took the spotlight at the opening of a sports pitch named after him to unveil the Vinicius Sports Centre, leaving an indelible mark on his roots.

As reported by Marca, Vinicius invited former students of the school to play a pick-up game with current students.

The game was streamed live on the school's social media channels.

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"Vinicius studied with us during his childhood and adolescence," a statement from the school read.

"He was always an exemplary pupil and showed his dedication both in the classroom and on the pitch.

"Very early on he showed his passion for football and, with a lot of hard work, determination and the support of his family, he made it to the top of international football.

"May Vinicius' visit serve as an inspiration for all our students and may we continue to encourage the development of talent in our school, whether in sport, art, science or any other area."

Vini told to change hairstyle

Meanwhile, Vinicius Junior's latest hairstyle has sparked lively discussions among football enthusiasts, becoming a focal point of attention, Sports Brief reported.

The Real Madrid winger made a bold change during the off-season, transitioning from his previous Mohawk-like hairstyle to eye-catching dreadlocks, which has generated significant buzz across the internet.

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It is his new haircut that has captured the imagination of fans, with many expressing their opinions that he should consider reverting to his signature hairstyle.

Vinicius rocks exquisite Louis Vuitton

Earlier, Sports Brief reported on Vinicius Junior unwinding in style in the off-season, following the conclusion of a busy 2022/23 campaign, participating in exhibition games and attending various events.

Stepping out in style recently, the Brazilian winger adorned himself with a lavish Louis Vuitton outfit, sporting a round T-shirt paired with a sleek black jacket as he exuded a fashion-forward presence.