Mourinho defends Real Madrid after Inter draw
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Key points
- Mourinho hit back at criticism of Real's Champions League display, saying they could have scored eight goals against Inter
- The Real boss defended Vinicius Jr., citing a Portuguese proverb about stones being thrown at fruitful trees
- Real sit third in La Liga, three points behind Barcelona, after losing to Betis
AI summary
José Mourinho defended Real Madrid's performance in their Champions League meeting with Inter, dismissing suggestions his side had been vulnerable. Speaking ahead of the Rayo Vallecano fixture, the Portuguese manager argued that while Inter might have scored three or four goals, Real could have managed eight, and accused some observers of selective criticism.
Mourinho also backed Vinicius Jr. against detractors, suggesting the Brazilian's quality explained why he drew scrutiny. He hinted at possible squad rotation for upcoming fixtures, with players including Camavinga, Bernardo and Arda available again after midweek work.
Original headline
"All’Inter avremmo potuto fare 8 gol", Mourinho difende il Real e Huijsen: "Sempre con lui"
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