Gavi on Vinicius Clash After 15 European Titles Gesture to Barcelona Fans: "I Told Him to Shut His Mouth"

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11 May 2026at10:48

Barcelona midfielder Gavi has spoken about the reason behind his heated exchange with Real Madrid forward Vinicius Junior during "El Clásico" last Sunday evening, a match from La Liga's 35th round.

In a media statement, Gavi explained: "He was saying something to the fans (referring to Real Madrid's 15 Champions League titles), and I told him something, but in the end, Vinicius is a great player."

Regarding his specific words to Vinicius, Gavi added: "I told him to be quiet and shut his mouth, and that was it." Barcelona secured a 2-0 victory in that "Clásico."

It is worth mentioning that Barcelona clinched the Spanish League title for the second consecutive time, and the 29th in their history, following their "Clásico" win over traditional rivals Real Madrid.

Q&A

What did Gavi say to Vinicius Jr. during El Clásico?

Gavi told Vinicius Jr. to "be quiet and shut his mouth" during their heated exchange in El Clásico. The Barcelona midfielder reacted to Vinicius's gestures towards the fans, sparking a direct confrontation on the pitch.

Why did Gavi confront Vinicius Jr. during the match?

Gavi confronted Vinicius Jr. because the Real Madrid forward was making gestures and saying something to the Barcelona fans. Gavi intervened to defend his club's supporters during the intense La Liga match.

How did Barcelona perform in the El Clásico match where the incident occurred?

Barcelona secured a victory in that El Clásico match, defeating their rivals. This win was significant as it helped Barcelona clinch the Spanish League title for the second consecutive time, marking a historic achievement for the club.

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