With a streak of 10 winless matches and 12 years without advancing past the Champions League knockout rounds, the performance of teams managed by Jose Mourinho suggests the Portuguese coach is past his peak.
Despite trailing and facing significant pressure, Real still secured a 2-1 comeback victory over Benfica in the Champions League play-off second leg on the evening of 25/2.
Gianluca Prestianni denies racially abusing Vinicius, stating he only reacted after being provoked about his appearance by the opponent, ahead of the Champions League play-off second leg.
Benfica released a video suggesting Real players could not have heard alleged racist remarks directed at Vinicius during the first leg of their Champions League play-off.
Coach Jose Mourinho's statements after the Benfica - Real Madrid match sparked reactions, as he was perceived to be justifying racist behavior towards Vinicius Junior.
According to coach Jose Mourinho, the referee deliberately overlooked fouls by multiple Real players during the first leg of the Champions League playoff round.
A champions league match between Benfica and real madrid was stopped in the 50th minute after Vinicius Junior reported racist behavior from an opponent.
With a 4-2 victory over his former club Real Madrid in the Champions League, coach Jose Mourinho silenced critics after a turbulent period since returning to Benfica.
The 90+8th minute of the match between Benfica and Real Madrid on the final Champions League group stage matchday was arguably the most insane scenario a top-tier game could ever produce.
Striker Kylian Mbappe seized the ball and scored while Benfica goalkeeper Anatoliy Trubin was preparing to kick it, but the referee immediately disallowed the Real goal in the Champions League.
