Mourinho defends Mbappé, calls criticism 'ridiculous' ahead of match
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 9, 2026, 10:06 AM
Last updated Oct 9, 2026
José Mourinho defended Kylian Mbappé's conduct during the international break, labeling recent criticism as "ridiculous." Mourinho's comments come as Real Madrid prepares for upcoming fixtures. The support for Mbappé suggests he will feature prominently in the team's lineup. His performance will be under scrutiny as the season progresses.
- •Mourinho criticized criticism of Mbappé's conduct.
- •Real Madrid is preparing for future matches.
- •Mbappé is expected to start in the upcoming fixtures.
- 10:08 AMESPN Soccer — Mourinho: Mbappé to start, criticism 'ridiculous'
- 9:57 AMBBC Football — Mourinho calls criticism of Mbappe 'ridiculous'
"José Mourinho has called criticism of Kylian Mbappé "ridiculous," defending the Real Madrid star's conduct during the international break.
"Jose Mourinho defends Kylian Mbappe who has been scrutinised during the international break.
Sources
External links- ESPN SoccerOct 9, 2026, 10:08 AMMourinho: Mbappé to start, criticism 'ridiculous'
José Mourinho has called criticism of Kylian Mbappé "ridiculous," defending the Real Madrid star's conduct during the international break.
- BBC FootballOct 9, 2026, 9:57 AMMourinho calls criticism of Mbappe 'ridiculous'
Jose Mourinho defends Kylian Mbappe who has been scrutinised during the international break.
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