Vinícius Jr breaks 24-year-old record with brace vs Scotland, enters Golden Boot race and joins Brazil elite

Vinícius Júnior starred as Brazil beat Scotland 3-0 in the FIFA World Cup 2026, scoring twice to complete a historic group-stage record of goals in all three matches. The Real Madrid forward moved to four tournament goals, joined Brazil’s elite World Cup scorers list, and strengthened his Golden Boot challenge as the Seleção topped Group C unbeaten.