Mourinho defends Vinicius amid Bernabéu tensions

Since joining Madrid, Mourinho has frequently referenced Vinicius in his messages, defending the player against criticism. A case opened between them in February when Mourinho, then at Benfica, criticized Vinicius's goal celebration in Lisbon fans before the alleged racist attack by Gianluca Prestianni.

Now as his coach, Mourinho has publicly stated that Vinicius faces bullying from opponents and lacks protection from referees, though he acknowledged the player can improve his relationship with opposing fans. wlop.pl