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Mourinho questions focus on Güler's elbow in Madrid's win over Sevilla

ESPN Soccer • 1 min read • Latest: Oct 18, 2026, 11:19 PM

Last updated Oct 18, 2026

Mourinho questions focus on Güler's elbow in Madrid's win over Sevilla

Summary

José Mourinho expressed confusion over the attention given to an alleged elbow by Arda Güler during Real Madrid's 4-1 victory against Sevilla. Mourinho stated he had not seen images of the incident, which did not draw a referee's intervention. The match saw Real Madrid continue their strong form in La Liga. Mourinho’s remarks come as the league heads deeper into the season, raising questions about officiating standards. Future implications for both teams could stem from this controversy as they navigate the remaining fixtures.

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By the Numbers

•José Mourinho questioned the focus on Arda Güler's elbow incident.
•Real Madrid won 4-1 against Sevilla in La Liga.
•Güler's elbow drew no referee intervention during the match.
•Mourinho claimed he had not seen images of the incident.
•The match impacts both teams' standings in the season.

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José Mourinho claimed he hadn't seen "images" of an elbow by Arda Güler -- which saw no intervention from the referee -- in Real Madrid's 4-1 win over Sevilla.
— ESPN Soccerby Alex Kirkland

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