A thunderclap struck during the press conference as José Mourinho spoke firmly about the Prestianni case, accused of racism toward Vinicius during the match between Real Madrid and Benfica Lisbon. The message was crystal clear: zero tolerance.
The Portuguese manager had been criticized for not publicly condemning his player after the match. And for good reason. The Special One is waiting to learn the full truth. He stated that he absolutely condemns “any type of discrimination, ignorance, or stupidity,” choosing first to remain measured and impartial. There was no question of blindly defending his player or attacking anyone without knowing all the facts.
Mourinho Sets a Clear Red Line in the Prestianni Case
“I wanted to be balanced in the sense that I neither wanted to defend my own player nor attack the other. I want to remain impartial about a case that could be extremely serious,” he said.
But he has drawn a clear red line. If his player is found guilty, “his career under my orders and at this club will end.” He reiterated: “I absolutely, absolutely condemn any type of discrimination, ignorance, or stupidity. If my player has not respected these principles, then his career under my orders and at this club will end. The presumption of innocence is a human right. But if he is guilty, I will never see him the same way again, and with me, it will be over.” A heavy, deliberate, and unambiguous statement. Mourinho reminds everyone of the presumption of innocence, but warns: if wrongdoing is proven, it will be finished. Message sent.
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