Real Madrid star Vinicius Jr posts four-word message after Atletico Madrid racist chants

Vinicius Jr had a simple message for critics after Real Madrid beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 in a fiercely contested derby - tweeting: 'Dance where you want.' The Brazilian had to block out the outside noise and stay focused despite a tough week that saw him the victim of sickening racist slurs.

Atletico Madrid captain Koke had advised Vinicius Jr to avoid dancing if he scored, but the 22-year-old winger could barely contain his joy as teammate Rodrygo and Federico Valverde found the target for Los Blancos.

Ahead of kick-off, Atletico Madrid fans were filmed singing 'Vinicius, you're a monkey' outside the Wanda Metropolitano.

Even during the match, racist chants could be heard from several sections of the home crowd, but Vinicius let his football do the talking.

He was involved in both Real Madrid goals as his side battled to a hard-fought 2-1 win behind enemy lines.

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It didn't take long for Vinicius to share a simple message on social media, posting a photo of himself dancing alongside Rodrygo after his compatriot's opener.

"Dance wherever you want," reads as Real Madrid have won nine out of nine this season in all competitions to regain their place at the top of La Liga.

Atletico fans threw objects at Vinicius and Rodrygo as they celebrated their goal by the corner flag.

Earlier in the week, Pedro Bravo, the president of the Spanish Agents Association, accused Vinicius of "playing the monkey" - comments that sparked widespread furor.

Bravo later retracted his comments which were made on Spanish TV show El Chiringuito.

Tottenham striker Richarlison, who plays with Vinicius at international level, was among those to support his team-mate - alongside Neymar and Gabriel Jesus.

Richarlison told ESPN, "Annoying situation, right? I even texted that guy over there who told him about *** bulls on the show.

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"But that he can have fun like he does and I hope he scores a goal.

"I called him shit...but may he fix this ASAP and don't miss it."

Atletico Madrid substitute Mario Hermoso was in the center of the action as he fended off a goal for the hosts.

But then he got his marching orders when he received two yellow cards in quick succession to dash his side's hopes of finding an equalizer.

Real Madrid have now won all six of their La Liga games this season and Vinicius has been one of the stars of the show. It was the perfect response to the noise outside - as Atletico Madrid now face punishment.