- Vinicius Jnr and Jude Bellingham caught up after Brazil’s win over England
- The striker appeared to ask for the England shirt of a Premier League star
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Vinicius Jnr appeared to have asked Real Madrid teammate Jude Bellingham for a Premier League star’s shirt after Brazil’s victory over England.
The South American giants started their preparations for this summer’s Copa America with a win at Wembley thanks to a goal from Endrick.
The 17-year-old prodigy got on the scoresheet and took advantage of a rebound after Jordan Pickford blocked Vinicius Jr.’s initial effort. saved.
Vinicius Jnr spoke to club teammate Jude Bellingham after the match, sharing a hug and a joke before being presented with the midfielder’s match-worn shirt.
A look behind the scenes released by the official England social media account, Bellingham appeared to ask if he wanted someone else’s shirt and Vinicius replied: ‘Rice’.
Vinicius Jnr caught up with teammate Jude Bellingham after Brazil’s win over England
The attacker then appeared to ask for the England shirt of Arsenal midfielder Declan Rice
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Despite England’s defeat, the gesture will be a great compliment to Rice, who has made great progress this season.
The 25-year-old performed well against Brazil, winning four of his five matches and creating two chances.
Rice was one of the Premier League’s signings of the season after joining Arsenal from West Ham for £105 million.
He was an ever-present in midfield for his new side, helping them on another Premier League title chase and reaching the quarter-finals of the Champions League.
Rice will hope to get England back to winning ways when the Three Lions take on Belgium on Tuesday evening.