18.03.2026 00:24
In the second leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, Brazilian player Vinicius Junior of Real Madrid, who faced Manchester City, made a "Don't cry" gesture to the stands after scoring a goal. This action was met with a strong reaction from the English fans.
In the second leg of the UEFA Champions League Round of 16, Manchester City faced Real Madrid at the Etihad Stadium, following a 3-0 defeat.
REAL MADRID TOOK THE LEAD
Real Madrid, who started the match well, won a penalty in the 20th minute. Bernardo Silva, who handled the ball heading towards the goal, was sent off with a direct red card. Brazilian player Vinicius Junior, who took the penalty, did not make a mistake and put his team ahead.
''DON'T CRY'' GESTURE
After the goal, Vinicius Junior, who experienced great joy, made a gesture towards Manchester City fans saying ''Don't cry''. This gesture by the star player was met with a strong reaction from English fans. 55,000 Manchester City fans heavily booed Vinicius Junior as he took the ball at his feet after the game started.