Vinicius de Moraes, the forward who scored the winning goal in the Copa Libertadores final and became the first player to score two goals in a World Cup final, has taken Brazil's national team to new heights.
Born in Rio de Janeiro on October 29, 1997, Vinicius began his career with Flamengo, where he quickly established himself as one of the best young players in South America. In just three years, he helped the club win the Campeonato Brasileiro and the Copa Libertadores.
In January 2020, Vinicius moved to Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) for a transfer fee of $58 million. At PSG, he played under former Brazilian coach Tite, who had previously managed the Seleção to success in the 2014 World Cup and the 2018 World Cup.
Under Tite's guidance, Vinicius developed into one of the most dangerous attackers in Europe. He scored 36 goals and provided 12 assists in 79 games for PSG, earning him the title of "World Player of the Year" by FIFA in 2020.
Vinicius' rise to stardom has been remarkable, but it has not come without its challenges. Injuries have plagued his career, and he has struggled to maintain his form when playing for Brazil. However, he remains one of the brightest stars in world football and is sure to continue making history with his club and country.