What happened: Gavi spoke to Movistar about his altercation with Vinicius Junior during Barcelona's 2-0 victory over Real Madrid on Sunday. The midfielder admitted he told the Brazilian to "shut up" after Vinicius referenced Real Madrid's 15 Champions League titles, but maintained that such fiery exchanges are part of the game's competitive nature.
FC·May 10, 2026 11:58 PM ET
Gavi Reveals On-Pitch Exchange With Vinicius Jr. After Barcelona Title Win
Barca star says on-pitch clash stays on the field.
Wire Report IntelligenceUpdated May 112 min read
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