Vini Jr. becomes fifth Brazil scorer in all group games

Vinícius José Paixão de Oliveira Júnior opened the scoring for Brazil against Scotland on Wednesday (24). The goal made him the fifth Brazilian player to score in all three group‑stage matches of a FIFA World Cup.

A mistake by McKenna while playing out from the back was intercepted by Rayan, and Vini Jr. capitalised in the seventh minute. The early strike gave Brazil the lead against Scotland.

Only Jairzinho in 1970, Romário in 1994, and Rivaldo and Ronaldo in 2002 had previously achieved the feat of scoring in each group‑stage match. Vini Jr. joins that exclusive quartet.

Brazil have recorded five goals at the tournament, and every one involved direct contribution from the No. 7. The Brazilian attack has been heavily reliant on Vini Jr.'s involvement.

Wearing the No. 7 shirt, Vini Jr. has been directly involved in each of Brazil's five World Cup goals so far. His influence underscores his central role in the team.

The article was translated into English by artificial intelligence, and the original Portuguese version is available online.