Samir Nasri has criticized Jose Mourinho after the manager commented on Vinicius Jr.’s celebration, pointing out what he sees as hypocrisy.
The controversy began after Real Madrid‘s match against Benfica, where Vinicius Jr. faced negative treatment before scoring and celebrating.
Focus quickly shifted from the match to Mourinho’s remarks regarding how the Brazilian celebrated his goal.
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Samir Nasri criticizes Jose Mourinho over Vinicius Jr.’s celebration
According to Trivela FR, Nasri said: “Vinicius is whistled. He scores a great goal and wants to celebrate. Mourinho ran around the pitch.”
“Once, he slid on his knees for 20 meters, thinking he was Thierry Henry. He doesn’t have the right to comment on that.”
Nasri’s comments were straightforward. He highlighted Mourinho’s own flamboyant celebrations during crucial matches and argued that this undermines any attempts to criticize a player’s reactions in tough situations.
The key takeaway was clear: If managers can express their joy, players should be allowed the same freedom.
Jose Mourinho’s comments on Vinicius Jr.’s celebration
After Benfica’s loss, Mourinho discussed the incident in a press conference, emphasizing Vinicius Jr.’s celebration.
He suggested that players should celebrate but with caution, noting that certain actions might escalate an already tense atmosphere.
Mourinho also stated he wouldn’t take sides on the broader issues surrounding the match, arguing that his team does not embody discriminatory values.
However, critics noted that focusing on the celebration could overshadow the more serious issues facing Vinicius Jr.
This discussion has evolved from a single celebration to a broader conversation about accountability and leadership in high-stakes European competitions.