Mourinho: “Asencio? We all make mistakes, but when they pile up, it’s a different story”
Managing Madrid • • sports
Key Points:
- José Mourinho addressed Raúl Asencio's drink driving conviction, emphasizing Asencio's professionalism at the club despite off-field mistakes, and noting an ongoing club investigation into the matter.
- Mourinho expects a top-level performance from Real Madrid against Real Betis, acknowledging Betis as a strong team and highlighting the difficulty of winning at their stadium.
- On Lionel Messi's retirement from the Argentine national team, Mourinho praised Messi's exceptional career and expressed that he will be missed, suggesting fans may watch MLS games to see him in his final playing years.
- Mourinho discussed Real Madrid's youth players, noting close monitoring and opportunities arising due to injuries or suspensions, and mentioned Sergio Martínez's potential as he joins the first team squad.
- Reflecting on La Liga's competitiveness, Mourinho believes Atlético Madrid remains a strong contender alongside Real Madrid and Barcelona, and highlighted the league's constant pressure to win compared to other European leagues.
