Summary
Bayern Munich coach Vincent Kompany criticized Benfica's coach Jose Mourinho for his comments after Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr reported racial abuse during a Champions League match. Kompany called Mourinho's remarks a "huge mistake" and emphasized the need to focus on the issue of alleged racism rather than Vinicius' goal celebration. UEFA is investigating the incident involving Benfica's Gianluca Prestianni, who denies the allegations.
Key Facts
- Real Madrid's Vinicius Jr reported alleged racial abuse from a Benfica player during a Champions League match.
- Vinicius scored the only goal for Real Madrid, leading to their 1-0 win over Benfica.
- Jose Mourinho, Benfica's coach, criticized Vinicius' goal celebration, calling it "disrespectful".
- UEFA has launched an investigation into the alleged racist incident.
- Vincent Kompany criticized Mourinho's comments, describing them as a "huge mistake".
- Kompany emphasized that Mourinho’s remarks should not distract from addressing the reported racial abuse.
- Former South African striker Benni McCarthy suggested Mourinho's comments were an emotional mistake.
