Real Madrid: José Mourinho absent from press conference after victory over Villarreal

10.10.26 FT LaLiga Spain

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José Mourinho did not attend the press conference after Real Madrid’s victory over Villarreal (1-0) on Saturday, October 10, 2026. According to Spanish media reports, the Portuguese coach reportedly chose not to speak in order to avoid a possible disciplinary sanction, amid tensions surrounding refereeing.

Journalists present at the Santiago Bernabéu waited for José Mourinho in the press room, but the Real Madrid coach ultimately did not appear. According to reports relayed by the Spanish press, he reportedly informed the club that he preferred to remain silent after the match.

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This decision would be linked to the risk of sanctions in the event of critical statements about refereeing. The Portuguese coach would in particular want to avoid a suspension that could keep him off the bench for Real Madrid’s upcoming fixtures, notably against Sevilla and FC Barcelona.

These reasons should be treated with caution in the absence of detailed official confirmation from the club.

Real Madrid prevail in a tense atmosphere

Real Madrid won their match against Villarreal 1-0 in a game notably marked by Vinicius Junior’s dismissal. This refereeing decision contributed to the tensions surrounding the match.

Mourinho’s absence before the media comes in this context. At this stage, no disciplinary consequences related to his absence can be asserted solely on the basis of the information reported by the Spanish press.

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