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Nacho Fernandez discusses Real Madrid struggles and praises Mbappe and Mourinho

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 22, 2026, 6:20 AM

Last updated Sep 22, 2026

Nacho Fernandez discusses Real Madrid struggles and praises Mbappe and Mourinho

Summary

Real Madrid faces challenges this season, including Vinicius Jr.'s poor form and a loss of identity. In a recent interview, Nacho Fernandez highlighted Cristiano Ronaldo's exceptional performance at his age, called Kylian Mbappe his Ballon d'Or pick, and expressed support for Jose Mourinho's return as coach. With these ongoing internal issues, Real Madrid has already lost six points in La Liga this season. Nacho also defended Vinicius, stating he is not receiving the treatment he deserves given his work ethic.

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By the Numbers

•Real Madrid has lost six points in La Liga this season.
•Nacho praised Cristiano Ronaldo's continued performance.
•He backed Kylian Mbappe as his Ballon d'Or choice.
•Nacho expressed support for Mourinho's coaching return.
•Vinicius Jr. is facing unjust criticism, according to Nacho.

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6:20 AMYahoo Sports — Nacho Fernandez talks Mbappe, Vinicius, Mourinho, Cristiano Ronaldo, Ballon d’Or: ‘From another planet’

What they're saying

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Real Madrid’s difficult start to the season has been marked by several concurrent issues, including Vinicius Jr.’s lack of form, the team’s lack of identity, and possibly even Kylian Mbappe’s ...
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