Vinicius scores world-class goal for Brazil, comments: “I deserved it!”

Vinicius Junior gave Brazil a crucial victory over Colombia with a stunning last-minute goal in the 2026 World Cup qualifier.

The score was tied at 1-1 until the 99th minute, when Vinicius struck an unstoppable long-range shot that secured three precious points for the Selecao in their World Cup qualifying campaign.


Vincius commented on his wonderful goal, saying, “I think I deserved this goal, given everything I’ve done recently.”

He added, “I owe a lot to the Brazilian team for everything they’ve done for me, as well as everything my teammates do for me every day.”

He concluded, “I’m very happy. I’m really excited to see the Brazilians happy.”

Brazil now has 21 points, placing them second in the qualifying group after 13 rounds, and is also on the verge of securing a place in the World Cup in the United States, Canada, and Mexico.

For Vinicius, this goal was his fifth in his 35-match international career for Brazil, and his first since June 2024.