Jose Mourinho displays ‘red card’ evidence after Real Madrid’s derby defeat

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho brought a printed sheet highlighting two controversial incidents to his press conference after Sunday’s 2-1 defeat by Atletico Madrid. According to The Irish News, Mourinho argued that Cristian Romero and Lee Kang-in should have been sent off for challenges involving Jude Bellingham and Federico Valverde.

The Portuguese coach said Real Madrid could have faced Atletico with a significant numerical disadvantage after Dean Huijsen was dismissed in the second half. Alejandro Grimaldo and Jonathan David scored for Atletico before Antonio Rudiger pulled one back late on. Mourinho also questioned the referee’s experience, while Atletico boss Diego Simeone urged coaches to show greater restraint when discussing officials.