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Mourinho: Vini Jr. is 'bullied' on pitch
23 Aug
Summary
- Mourinho calls treatment of Vinícius Júnior 'bullying'.
- Real Madrid secured a late 2-1 victory against Espanyol.
- Bellingham praised for strong physical and mental performance.
José Mourinho has vocally defended Real Madrid star Vinícius Júnior, asserting that the player is subjected to 'bullying' from opponents and crowds. This defense came after Vinícius clashed with Espanyol players and faced crowd provocation during Real Madrid's recent 2-1 LaLiga victory.
Mourinho detailed the persistent nature of the provocations against Vinícius, starting from the initial moments of the match. He stressed the need for emotional control from the player, advising caution even during celebrations to avoid further incidents and remain on the pitch.
In addition to addressing the situation with Vinícius, Mourinho also praised Jude Bellingham's exceptional performance. Bellingham, recently returned to training, demonstrated significant physical and mental strength, playing a crucial role in the team's success and highlighting his importance in an attacking role close to the goal.
