After months of anticipation, Netflix has finally dropped the first trailer for its upcoming documentary on Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Jr., titled Baila, Vini.
The film is set to premiere on May 15, offering an emotional and unfiltered look into the life, struggles, and achievements of one of Brazil’s most electrifying talents of the modern era.
According to Netflix Latin America’s official statement, the documentary is “an intimate look at the triumphs and challenges of one of the best Brazilian football players of recent decades.
“This isn’t just football; it’s struggle, it’s identity, it’s Brazil.”
These words set the tone for what promises to be a raw and deeply personal portrayal of a player who has become much more than just a footballer.
Inside the mind of a star
Adding depth and perspective, the documentary features voices from some of football’s biggest names. Jude Bellingham, Karim Benzema, and Toni Kroos are among those who offer insight into Vinicius’s character both on and off the pitch.
We also hear from journalists, coaches, and family members who have watched his journey unfold firsthand.
Get an inside look at the triumphs and challenges of one of the greatest Brazilian football players in recent history, Vini Jr.
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The trailer showcases Vinicius as confident and unapologetic. “I follow Cristiano Ronaldo and LeBron James. I do everything to play my best,” he states in one clip.
In another, he delivers a cold truth: “I don’t get paid to be nice, I get paid to score goals,” as images flash of him celebrating, provoking, and being targeted on the field.
A story of talent, resilience, and controversies
The trailer, which already has fans buzzing, teases several critical chapters from Vinicius Jr.’s journey.
From his devastating injury against Ajax during his early Real Madrid years to the despicable racist abuse he suffered against Valencia, Baila, Vini doesn’t shy away from the darker moments of his career.
One of the most moving scenes includes testimonials from his family members, clearly shaken by the incident in Valencia, where chants and boos were aimed at Vinicius simply because of the colour of his skin.
The documentary makes it clear: this is not just about football—it’s about the broader cultural fight against racism and injustice.
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