Mourinho defends Vinícius Júnior after Real Madrid victory over Inter

José Mourinho publicly supported Vinícius Júnior following Real Madrid's 2-1 victory against Inter in the Champions League on Tuesday. The forward faced jeers from the crowd at the Bernabéu throughout the match. Despite acknowledging that the player is not currently at his best performance level, Mourinho commended his consistent work rate on the pitch. The win secures a result for Real Madrid in the group stage, though the reception toward Vinícius Júnior remains a point of focus. The player continues to operate under pressure from fans as he seeks to regain his top form. Mourinho maintains that the forward's commitment to his defensive and offensive duties remains valuable for the team during this period.

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