Toni Kroos provided a pinpoint assist for Vinicius Jr in the Champions League semi-final, and fans marvelled at the signal he gave just before executing the pass.
Kroos played the perfect defence-splitting ball, allowing his Real Madrid teammates to slot home to take the lead against Bayern Munich.
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Just before he passed, fans spotted the 34-year-old pointing at Vinicius Jr, telling him exactly where to run.
The plan was executed to perfection and Real Madrid took the lead.
A video of the moment was shared on social media, and it was missed by fans at the time.
One said: "Didn't notice this, WOW!."
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Another added: "I actually didn't notice that."
A third wrote: "One of the most unique players."
Another said: "I hope everyone knows that this guy sits on the SAME table as Zinedine Zidane, Andres Iniesta, Luka Modric, and Diego Maradona."
Analysing the goal on talkSPORT, England legend Stuart Pearce said: "Awful defending by Kim. When he was being dragged out you knew Vinicius Jr was going to spin him and get in behind."
Vinicius Jr was clearly appreciative of the ball as he saluted his teammate as they walked back to their own half.
Madrid boss Carlo Ancelotti said: “Toni Kroos… no words for him. He’s a top player. He’s crucial for us, the timing, the passes…
“His pass is not for everyone, absolutely. But also Vini’s movement was smart, excellent."
Real took the lead into the break, before Bayern fought back in the second half.
Leroy Sane fired in the equaliser before Harry Kane put them ahead from the penalty spot. However, Real Madrid equalised through Vinicius Jr's penalty late in the game.