Former Real Madrid player criticizes Mourinho and Vinicius
According to Sports.
Why it matters
Raúl's criticisms of Mourinho and Vinicius Jr. highlight the current difficulties of Real Madrid, which is facing a complicated season. The coach's lack of trust in Vinicius could negatively affect not only the player's performance, but also the team's morale. In a context of tight competition with Barcelona, every mistake can be costly in the race for the title.
Key points
- Former Real Madrid player criticizes Mourinho and Vinicius.
- A former Real Madrid player criticized manager Mourinho and Vinicius Jr.
- Former Real Madrid player tears into Mourinho and Vinicius Jr. amid poor form – “My head spins”.
Former Real Madrid striker Raúl González Blanco has harshly criticized coach José Mourinho and striker Vinícius Jr. for unacceptable performances, during an interview with Spanish program de la Sexta, El Chiringuito.
Raúl has questioned Mourinho's choices this season, saying the Portuguese is ruining Vinícius Jr.'s career with his coaching style.
"I don't understand why Vinícius isn't playing as he knows how. He's a player who needs to have the coach's trust and at the moment he doesn't have it. I don't understand why Mourinho doesn't let him play. I don't understand why he signed him, if he doesn't let him play and doesn't give him trust. This coach is ruining Vinícius' career and I hope he changes his way of coaching, because a player like that must always play" declared Raúl.
Vinícius has been criticized by several former players and insiders in recent days, after Real Madrid's defeat against Barcelona, where the Brazilian did not live up to expectations.
Raúl added: "I don't recognize him. He's a player who has to dare more, he has to take more responsibility, he has to go against his opponents more often. He's a player who has to make more fouls, he has to get more fouls from his opponents. He has to have more malice, more personality. I don't recognize him and I hope that he'll be back soon."
Raúl also criticized the fact that Vinícius is often arguing with referees and opposing defenders.
"He mustn't waste time on these things. He must think about playing, he must think about entertaining people and winning matches. He mustn't think about anything else, he must be selfish in this. And he must go back to being that player who scares his opponents" concluded Raúl.
Real Madrid is going through a period of crisis, after losing to Barcelona in the Clasico and in the previous round of the Champions League against Borussia Dortmund.
Mourinho's team is currently second in the La Liga table, 5 points behind Barcelona, and in the Champions League they are second in their group, 2 points behind Borussia Dortmund.
What happens now
With increasing pressure, Mourinho may have to review his tactical choices to regain Vinicius Jr.'s confidence and improve the team's performance. The next matches will be crucial for Real Madrid, and a positive reaction from Vinicius could be fundamental to reviving the fortunes of the season. The current situation could also lead to further discussions about Mourinho's future at the club.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who criticized Mourinho and Vinícius Jr.?
Former Real Madrid striker Raúl González Blanco criticized Mourinho and Vinícius Jr.
What is the reason for Raúl's criticism of Vinícius Jr.?
Raúl criticized Vinícius Jr. for his unacceptable performances and for the lack of trust on the part of coach Mourinho.
What did Raúl say about Mourinho's way of coaching?
Raúl said that Mourinho is ruining Vinícius Jr.'s career with his way of coaching.
What suggestions did Raúl give to Vinícius Jr.?
Raúl suggested that Vinícius must dare more, take more responsibility and return to being a player feared by his opponents.
What was Raúl's reaction after Real Madrid's defeat against Barcelona?
Raúl commented that Vinícius did not live up to expectations after the defeat against Barcelona.
