José Mourinho comments on Vinícius Júnior after Real Madrid win

José Mourinho discussed Vinícius Júnior's challenges during a press conference following Real Madrid's 2-1 victory over Espanyol on August 22, 2026. Mourinho criticized the treatment Vini has received on the field, describing it as a form of bullying despite the modern anti-bullying social era. He praised his team's performance and emphasized the importance of this win, marking his first since returning to Real Madrid. Mourinho also shared insights on player dynamics and expressed confidence in Jude Bellingham's contributions moving forward.

• 10:21 PMYahoo Sports — José Mourinho: “We’re in a social era of anti-bullying, but with Vini, we’re still in the era of bullying”