Benfica manager Jose Mourinho accused Vinicius of inciting the crowd with his goal celebration during Real's 1-0 win in Lisbon. While Rosenior was unwilling to directly address Mourinho's comments, he defended Vinicius' actions. There are a lot of things that need to change in society. I think there's a wider debate than football. I think there needs to be more accountability for these things that need to be stamped out.

Source: BBC February 19, 2026 17:37 UTC