From Brazil: Vinicius Junior isn’t himself anymore; he’s been replaced by a clone

Vinicius Junior is no longer the real Vinicius Junior. In Brazil—especially among various TikTok users and regulars on some rather peculiar forums—people are certain: the Brazilian star was replaced by a clone during the World Cup.

Some web users argue—pointing out that the Vinicius Junior playing for Brazil lacks the thigh tattoos that the Real Madrid Vinicius Junior has—that the player seen against Australia during the Brazilian national team’s training camp was not the real Brazilian star.

How did this conspiracy theory come about? IThe change in Vinicius Junior’s facial appearance has definitely fueled this bizarre conspiracy theory, which originated mainly on Brazilian forums and TikTok accounts.

In reality, the 26-year-old forward underwent facial harmonization surgery—a cosmetic procedure targeting the jaw and chin that has, in fact, altered his facial features. This gave rise to the “Vinicius Jr. case,” with many people convinced that a clone is now playing in his place.