Vinicius Junior vs William Saliba Stats 2026/27: Who Is Better This Season?
Vinicius Junior vs William Saliba stats this season (2026/27): Junior 1 goals and 3 assists in 8 league games for Real Madrid; Saliba 1 goals and 0 assists in 31 league games for Arsenal. At World Cup 2026: Junior 4 goals in 5 games, Saliba 0 in 6.
Vinicius Junior vs William Saliba: Stat Comparison Table
Higher value highlighted in gold (lower is better for yellow cards).
| Attribute | Vinicius Junior | William Saliba |
|---|---|---|
| Position | Forward | Defender |
| Club | Real Madrid | Arsenal |
| Nationality | Brazil | France |
| Age | 26 | 25 |
| Statistic | Vinicius Junior | William Saliba |
|---|---|---|
| Appearances | 5 | 6 |
| Goals | 4 | 0 |
| Assists | 1 | 0 |
| Yellow cards | 0 | 0 |
| Statistic | Vinicius Junior | William Saliba |
|---|---|---|
| International caps | 56 | โ |
| International goals | 14 | โ |
| Statistic | Vinicius Junior | William Saliba |
|---|---|---|
| Appearances | 8 | 31 |
| Goals | 1 | 1 |
| Assists | 3 | 0 |
Did you know: Vinicius Junior
- He made his Flamengo debut at 16 in 2017, and weeks later Real Madrid agreed a ยฃ38 million deal for him, a record for a player under 18.
- He joined Madrid after his 18th birthday and has won two La Liga and Champions League doubles with them.
- He scored the winning goal in the 2022 Champions League final and the second in the 2024 final, when he was named the competition's Player of the Season.
- He was in the FIFPRO World 11 in 2023 and 2024.
Quick quiz: Vinicius Junior and William Saliba
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โ Frequently Asked Questions
How many goals did Vinicius Junior score in World Cup 2026? +
Vinicius Junior scored 4 goals at World Cup 2026 in 5 appearances. The tournament ended on July 19, 2026 with Spain beating Argentina in the final.
How many international caps does Vinicius Junior have? +
Vinicius Junior has earned 56 international caps and scored 14 goals for Brazil.
Who performed better at WC 2026, Vinicius Junior or William Saliba? +
Vinicius Junior and William Saliba were both World Cup 2026 stars. Vinicius Junior scored 4 goals while William Saliba scored 0 goals at the tournament. Use the tabs above to compare their WC 2026, Career and Club Season stats.
What are William Saliba's international stats? +
William Saliba represents France internationally.
What club did William Saliba play for this season? +
In the 2025 club season, William Saliba scored 1 goals and provided 0 assists in 31 appearances. They play for France.
Vinicius Junior vs William Saliba: Stats Overview
Vinicius Junior (๐ง๐ท Brazil, Forward) and William Saliba (๐ซ๐ท France, Defender) are both World Cup 2026 players. The tournament ran from June 11 to July 19, 2026, with Spain beating Argentina 1-0 in the final.
In their 2026/27 and 2025/26 club seasons, Vinicius Junior scored 1 goals and provided 3 assists in 8 appearances, while William Saliba scored 1 goals and 0 assists in 31 apps. Use the tabs above to see their World Cup 2026, Career and Club Season stats side by side.