In a heartfelt ceremony at the Fonte Nova stadium, Real Madrid’s Brazilian star Vinícius Júnior uncovered his African lineage. 

The revelation, timed to coincide with Black Consciousness Day, was the centrepiece of the Brazilian Football Confederation’s (CBF) Roots of Gold campaign. 

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A partnership with AfricanAncestry.com unveiled that Vinícius Jr.'s ancestors hailed from the Tikar tribe in Cameroon.  

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The 24-year-old winger was presented with an official certificate detailing his newfound Cameroonian heritage, a poignant moment that was broadcast to fans prior to Brazil’s clash against Uruguay in the South American World Cup qualifiers. 

To honour the occasion, Vini Jr. donned a customised jersey featuring the flags of Brazil and Cameroon, symbolising a deep connection to his ancestral roots.  

“For us, Vini Jr. is not only an extraordinary footballer but also a beacon of resistance against racism and a global inspiration,” the CBF declared.  
 

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Source: BBC 

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