Real Madrid's Vinícius Júnior is a doubt to play against Villarreal after the winger missed training ahead of the La Liga clash.

Vinicius, who missed a penalty during the 90 minutes that would have sent Madrid through without the need for extra time, then missed training on Friday

In Real Madrid, officials are worried that Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior have yet to establish effective synergy on the field, as reported by Relevo.

Vinicius Jr requested to be substituted later in the match as he was feeling fatigued. Kylian Mbappe stayed on and was the first to step up and take the penalty in the shootout. It was a perfect spot kick as he sent the keeper the wrong way and set the tone for Madrid to win the game.

Real Madrid head to Villarreal in a key La Liga game tonight with Vinicius Junior’s role uncertain.Los Blancos head into the final league game before the international break level on points with

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