Vinicius Jr scores fastest Champions League goal in 14 seconds amid Real Madrid defeat

With El Clasico around corner, defending LaLiga champions Real Madrid have struggled to find form since international break. Following a defeat against Cadiz previous weekend, Zinedine Zidane's men succumbed under pressure against Shakhtar Donetsk in Champions League. Despite defeat, youngster Vinicius Jr stood out in a disgruntled side, becoming fastest goalscorer in history of European club competition. 

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Zidane opted with front three of Rodrygo, Luka Jovic and Marco Asensio, while Karim Benzema and Vinicius Jr started from bench. Besides, captain Sergio Ramos stood a mere spectator on stands with manr preferring Eder Militao alongside Raphael Varane. 

backline in absence of Ramos looked redundant as Santiago Bernabeu based outfit went on to concede three goals in first half against a team that was playing with its reserve players. Militao's sloppy positioning led to first goal, while Varane's defensive error materialised into an own goal. third goal was a counter-attack marvel as Ukrainian side completely dismantled Real Madrid defence. 

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Real Madrid vs Shakhtar Donetsk: Vinicius Jr goal could t help Los Blancos, but sets new UCL record 

Taking te of hapless attack line, Zidane introduced Benzema in second half, with Rodrygo subbed off. Luka Modric went on to score first goal for Real Madrid, courtesy of a long-range striker from outside box. manr, in 59th minute, replaced Jovic with Vinicius Jr. 

Brazil youngster went on to score in a mere span of 14 seconds, as he dispossessed Shakhtar defence, before firing in a low shot in bottom right corner. goal saw him register a new record in Champions League, becoming fastest scorer in competition. But defending LaLiga champions could t bag equaliser, with a last-minute effort being disallowed. 

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previous record of a 15-second goal was jointly held by Lars Ricken and Andy van der Meyde. Interestingly, Vinicius Jr received flak for his lack of finishing ability in final third during previous season. But, goal against Shakhtar was reminiscent of fact that Brazilian forward has improved immensely and is all set to lead lines.

He is currently top scorer for Real Madrid with three goals this season - two in LaLiga, one in Champion League. Real Madrid have a daunting task again when y come up against Barcelona on Saturday, who arrive into game with a 5-1 victory against Ferencvaros in ir Champions League opener. 

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