Jose Mourinho will not speak to the media before or after Benfica's match against Real Madrid amid ongoing discussions about a racism incident involving Vinicius Jr.
In a significant development ahead of the crucial Champions League match between Benfica and Real Madrid, Jose Mourinho has announced that he will not engage with the media both before and after the game. This decision comes on the heels of a controversial incident during a recent match where Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr. reported being subjected to racist abuse by Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni. The incident has heightened tensions and drawn public attention to the issue of racism in football.
Mourinho's silence is particularly striking given the high stakes of the upcoming match, where Benfica faces a 1-0 deficit needing to overturn it to advance in the Champions League. Despite the pressure from both fans and the media, Mourinho has chosen to distance himself from the narrative, which may reflect his discontent with how the situation has been handled or his desire to focus on the game without distraction.
As this story develops, it underscores the ongoing challenges faced by players regarding racism in football, as well as how coaches and clubs navigate public relations in such sensitive contexts. Mourinho’s decision not to address the media could further fuel discussions about accountability and the responsibilities of figures in football to speak out against racism and support affected players.
