Mourinho defends Mbappe and Vinicius after boos at Santiago Bernabeu.
- Jose Mourinho defended Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior after fan boos at Santiago Bernabeu.
- Mourinho cited a Portuguese proverb highlighting Vinicius's contributions to Real Madrid's success.
- He praised Vinicius for his hard work and improving performance metrics this season.
- Real Madrid prepares for a La Liga match against Rayo Vallecano amidst fan pressure.
Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho defended his star players Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Junior after they faced boos from the fans during the Champions League opener against Inter Milan, as reported on the current page.
Mourinho Cites Portuguese Proverb
Mourinho spoke about Vinicius, stating:
“In Portugal, there is a saying that only the fruit-bearing trees get thrown stones.”
He explained that Vinicius has contributed significantly to Real Madrid over the past years, securing Champions League titles and scoring crucial goals. Mourinho emphasized that fans always expect to see the best from him, asserting that the best is yet to come.
Praise for Hard Work
Mourinho added that Vinicius is working harder than ever. He noted that performance data shows Vinicius is nearing his top speed and breaking records in ball recovery and defensive effort this season.
Mbappe Also Faces Fan Pressure
The report indicated that Real Madrid fans expressed dissatisfaction towards Mbappe during the match held at Santiago Bernabeu, despite the team winning two to one against Inter Milan, a team Mourinho previously managed.
Preparation for Rayo Vallecano Match
Real Madrid is preparing for another home match against Rayo Vallecano in La Liga, with Mourinho showing clear support for his stars amid fan pressure.
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