The Champions League knockout stage has witnessed some of the greatest Brazilian goal-scorers in football history. From Neymar to Kaka, these players have left their mark on the competition, and now, Vinicius is closing in on Neymar's record, according to Sport Brief.
Neymar, the current record holder, has scored 13 goals in the Champions League knockout phase during his stints with Barcelona and Paris Saint-Germain. His impressive goal-scoring record and skill on the pitch have made him one of the most feared strikers in the competition.
Kaka, the 2007 Ballon d'Or winner, ranks second on the list, scoring 11 goals in the Champions League knockout stage with AC Milan. His creativity, vision, and goal-scoring ability made him a vital cog in Milan's success during the mid-2000s.
Vinicius, the young and talented Real Madrid forward, has moved up to third on the list after scoring a brace against Bayern Munich on Tuesday night. He now has scored 10 goals in the knockout round, all of which he accomplished with Real Madrid. Vinicius's pace, skill, and finishing ability have made him a nightmare for opponents, and he is closing in on Neymar's record at an alarming rate.
Other notable Brazilian goal-scorers in the Champions League knockout stage include:
- Ronaldinho (8 goals)
- Rivaldo (7 goals)
- Luis Fabiano (6 goals)
- Adriano (6 goals)