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Vincent Kompany Slams 'Huge Mistake' by Jose Mourinho over Vinicius Racism Claim
Vincent Kompany called Mourinho's criticism of Vinicius Jr's celebration a 'huge mistake' and highlighted ongoing racism challenges faced by Black players in European football.
- On Friday, Vincent Kompany, Bayern Munich head coach, accused Jose Mourinho, manager, of making a `huge mistake` in his response to Vinicius Jr's racism claim.
- During the Champions League tie on Tuesday, Vinicius was booked for celebration and later claimed abuse after Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni was seen speaking with his mouth covered by his shirt.
- Mourinho told reporters he criticised Vinicius' celebration, asking `why does he being stupid in the corner?` and said he did not want to label Vinicius a liar.
- Highlighting broader consequences, Kompany said many Black players in Bulgaria, Hungary and Serbia would have zero support if abused, and emphasized the importance of apologies and support for Vinicius Jr.
- Referencing past treatment, Kompany noted footage showed fans making monkey signs and invoked Eusébio, Benfica legend, to reject the idea the club cannot be racist.
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Bavarian Coach Vincent Kompany Criticizes José Mourinho for Dealing with the Case of Vinícius Júnior
Real-professional Vinícius Júnior is said to have been racially insulted against Benfica. Lisbon coach José Mourinho moaned his goal cheer. Bayern coach Vincent Kompany annoys that. He has his own story with the theme.
Vincent Kompany issues powerful response to Jose Mourinho’s Vinicius Jr comments - The Mirror
Bayern Munich head coach Vincent Kompany has become the latest person to speak out against Jose Mourinho's response to the alleged racist abuse of Vinicius Junior earlier this week
With an impressive emotional speech, Vincent Kompany denounces the handling of racism in society. The Bayern coach takes a stand on Vinicius Junior, makes an alarm - and shoots against his colleague José Mourinho.
In the match of the Champions League between Real Madrid and Benfica Lisbon it comes to the Eklat. Vinícius Junior is said to have been racially insulted. Lisbon coach José Mourinho defends his club. Now Vincent Kompany joins in. The coach of FC Bayern becomes clear.
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