Brazilian soccer player Vinicius Jr., a star for Brazil's World Cup team, has undergone chin harmonization surgery shortly after the tournament concluded. The procedure, which uses fillers to sculpt the facial contour, was performed by Dr. Alessandro Alarcao in Goiania, Brazil.
Vinicius Jr. returned to Brazil for a vacation after the World Cup and proceeded with the surgery upon landing. Photos shared on social media show the 26-year-old player with a visibly altered appearance, leading to widespread discussion among fans. His on-and-off girlfriend, Virginia Fonseca, shared a photo of them together at her new gym, and a friend also posted footage of his side profile.
Reports indicate that the surgery was performed to add definition to his chin, following instances of mockery he experienced during the World Cup. Fans expressed surprise and astonishment on social media platforms, with many commenting on how unrecognizable he appeared. Some reactions included disbelief and jokes about his transformed look.
Brazil's World Cup campaign ended in the last-16 stage with a loss to Norway. Despite the team's exit, Vinicius Jr. scored four goals during the tournament. He is expected to return to Real Madrid for preseason training ahead of the 2026-27 season after his post-World Cup break. 
