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José Mourinho will miss the return leg at the Bernabéu after being sent off in Benfica’s 1-0 Champions League playoff loss to Real Madrid.
Jose Mourinho will miss the decisive second leg of Benfica’s UEFA Champions League playoff tie against Real Madrid after being sent off during a heated first-leg encounter at the Estádio da Luz.
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The Portuguese tactician was dismissed late in Benfica’s 1-0 defeat on Tuesday, ruling him out of the return fixture at the Santiago Bernabeu Stadium next week.
Vinícius Jr strikes the winner
The only goal of the night came from Vinicius Junior, who produced a moment of brilliance in the second half.
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08:12 - 18.02.2026
It always happens with Vinicius — Jose Mourinho blasts Real Madrid star for provoking fans
Benfica boss Jose Mourinho has suggested Real Madrid's Vinicius Junior incites crowds with his goal celebrations after the Brazilian winger was allegedly subjected to racist abuse.
The Brazilian winger collected the ball near the halfway line, surged past multiple defenders, and unleashed a powerful strike into the top corner to hand Madrid a slender advantage heading into the second leg.
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04:58 - 18.02.2026
Vinicius Jr Racism Row: Jose Mourinho Slammed for Justifying Racist Abuse Towards Real Madrid Star
Benfica boss Jose Mourinho has been criticised for claiming Vinicius Jr ‘incites opponents’ after the Real Madrid forward was abused racially during Tuesday’s Champions League match.
Real Madrid, now managed by former defender Alvaro Arbeloa, held firm through 13 minutes of added time to secure the crucial away victory.
Racism allegations halt play
The match was overshadowed by controversy after Vinícius alleged racial abuse during an on-field altercation with Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni.
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23:58 - 17.02.2026
Vinicius: Brazil football federation releases statement amid racism row in Benfica vs Real Madrid
Brazil's football ruling body, CBF, have quickly released a statement in reaction to the allegations of racist insults against Vinicius in the Champions League clash between Benfica and Real Madrid.
Referee François Letexier activated UEFA’s anti-racism protocol, pausing the match for approximately 10 minutes while discussions were held between officials and both benches.
UEFA is expected to review the incident, as well as reports of objects being thrown from the stands during the closing stages of the match.
Mourinho’s dismissal
Tensions escalated in the 85th minute when Mourinho, protesting what he believed to be lenient officiating toward Vinícius, received two quick yellow cards for dissent.
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22:57 - 17.02.2026
Benfica vs Real Madrid: Eagles star accused of calling Vinicius 'Monkey'
Real Madrid star Vinicius was the victim of alleged racism from a Benfica player.
The Benfica manager reacted furiously on the touchline before being escorted away.
Under UEFA regulations, such a dismissal typically carries at least a one-match suspension, meaning Mourinho will not be present on the bench for the return leg in Madrid.
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16:16 - 17.02.2026
Arsenal tie Bukayo Saka to mammoth five-year contract to ward off Real Madrid, others
The Gunners have sealed a five-year deal for Bukayo Saka to remain at the Emirates Stadium
The suspension denies the 63-year-old a managerial return to the Bernabéu, where he previously coached Real Madrid between 2010 and 2013, winning La Liga and the Copa del Rey during his tenure.