Vinicius Jr was the man of the match as Real Madrid defeated Liverpool 5-2 in the first leg of the Champions League clash at Anfield.

Vinicius scored a brace in this game, as the Los Blancos came from behind to win the tie.

Vinicius has been in fine form in Europe this season, scoring six goals and setting up two more in seven Champions League appearances.

Following his performance against Liverpool, Real Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti hailed the Brazilian as the most decisive player in the world.

For Vinicius, the young Brazilian has said he wants to be keep developing.

“I want to keep evolving,” Vinicius said after the match.

“I’m only 22 years old, despite being in my fifth season here, I want to continue having a starring role in the Champions League.”

Asked if he had additional motivation to answer critics on Tuesday, Vinicius said: “I don’t try to silence anyone, I try to follow my life and reach my goals, help my teammates on a daily basis.

“They say the things I really want to hear. I want to stay here for a long time, because I feel that since my first day here It’s my home.”