[Real Madrid](https://www.managingmadrid.com) star Vinicius Jr. was full of gratitude after being named Man of the Match in his team’s 3-0 win over Salzburg in the Club World Cup in Philadelphia. The Brazilian winger scored once and assisted another in a great performance.
In the post-game press conference, Vinicius spoke his award, his connection with the club, and the importance of collective defending.
### “The MVP is for the Team”
> “The MVP... It’s the reward for all the work the team has done, they always help me with everything. It’s for them,” he said. “I hope it all serves to win another title for Real Madrid and we can celebrate with everyone.”
### “The Club of My Life”
> “I hope I can stay here for many years. I’ve always said it’s the club of my life,” he said. “I’m very happy with the entire coach and the staff, and I hope I can stay here.”
### A Stunning Assist Draws Guti Comparisons
> “Yes, it was a good assist... one of the nicest I’ve given in this shirt,” Vinicius said. “I hope I can continue like this and that the team can play like this because that’s the most important thing. I haven’t seen the video of Guti’s assist, but everyone has told me that it was similar.”
### On the Team’s Mentality: “Defend with 11, Attack with 11”
> “Yes, it’s normal that everyone defends. In today’s football we have to attack with 11 and defend with 11,” he explained. “I’m very happy with the team’s performance, we were able to control from the first minute... although in the second less, but it’s normal because we have to rest for the next round.”
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> “We’ve had two very good weeks, gaining confidence in what the coach wants. I like to play inside, closer to the goal and providing assists. It’s a very similar position to the year of the last [Champions League](https://www.sbnation.com/champions-league). We’re very compact.”