Champions League: Jose Mourinho won't address media before second leg

Monday 23 February 2026 15:05, UK

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Jose Mourinho will not speak to the media ahead of Benfica's Champions League trip to Real Madrid after he was criticised for his response to the alleged racist abuse of Vinicius Junior last week.

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