Vinicius Jr facing weeks out after withdrawing from World Cup qualifiers squad ahead of clash with Lionel Messi’s Argentina

Vinicius Junior’s unfortunate injury has dealt a major blow to the Brazilian national team ahead of their crucial World Cup qualifier against rivals Argentina. The young winger was forced to withdraw from the squad after suffering a thigh complaint during Brazil’s 2-1 defeat to Colombia.

Despite being taken off the pitch within half an hour of the match, Vinicius managed to make a significant impact by providing an early assist for Arsenal’s Gabriel Martinelli. However, the injury has now sidelined him for an estimated six weeks, according to reports from The Athletic. This injury comes as a double blow to Vinicius, as he had previously suffered a similar injury to his right leg earlier this year, which kept him out of action for four weeks.

With Brazil desperately needing a victory against Lionel Messi’s Argentina, the absence of Vinicius Junior will undoubtedly be felt. Currently sitting in fifth place in the South American qualifying pool with just seven points, Brazil faces an uphill battle to secure their spot in the World Cup. In contrast, Argentina leads the pool with 12 points, making the upcoming clash even more high-stakes.

In the midst of disappointment, Vinicius took to social media to express his determination to bounce back stronger. His message resonated with fans and teammates alike, highlighting his resilience and commitment to the beautiful game.

Vinicius has returned to Madrid for further tests and to begin the rehabilitation process. Unfortunately, this injury may mark the end of his on-field contributions for the remainder of 2023. The match against Argentina will be Brazil’s final World Cup qualifier before an extended break, with their next scheduled fixture being a friendly against England in March of next year.

As fans and supporters, we can only hope for Vinicius Junior’s speedy recovery and his triumphant return to the football pitch. His talent, skill, and enthusiasm are greatly missed by both his national team and Real Madrid, the club he represents. Until then, we must patiently wait and support him as he focuses on his recovery journey.