Mourinho condemns 'excessive' treatment of Vinicius in Real Madrid victory

Jose Mourinho expressed concern over the conduct directed at his star player after Real Madrid's victory, suggesting that opponents and others have crossed a line in their approach to the Brazilian winger.

"Vinicius is no saint, but what they're doing to him was too much," Mourinho said in comments following Real's opening fixture of the Spanish league campaign.

The remarks come as Vinicius Junior has faced scrutiny and challenges on the pitch throughout the season, with Mourinho's comments suggesting a pattern of conduct he views as disproportionate. While acknowledging the player's imperfections, the manager defended his winger against what he characterized as excessive treatment.

Real Madrid secured victory in the match at Espanyol, maintaining their competitive standing in La Liga's early stages. The incident highlights ongoing tensions surrounding how certain players are treated during Spanish league fixtures.