🚨 Gavi on Vini Jr fight: “It’s football. What happens on the pitch stays on the pitch”. “I told him to shut up (when Vi Photo via @Fabrizio Romano on X

What happened

Barcelona midfielder Gavi addressed his heated exchange with Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr during the weekend's title-clinching El Clasico. Gavi confirmed he told the Brazilian to "shut up" after Vinicius referenced Madrid's 15 Champions League trophies during the match.

Why it matters

The clash underscores the high intensity of a Clasico that saw Barcelona crowned La Liga champions following a win fueled by a Marcus Rashford free-kick. Gavi praised Vinicius as a "fantastic player" and noted that their "fiery" on-pitch personalities are strictly part of the competitive nature of the sport.

What to watch

Barcelona begins title celebrations as the league enters its final weeks, while Real Madrid regroups for its remaining European fixtures.

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