GOLAZONEWSMourinho and Vinícius Júnior criticize timing of four-match suspension
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- Real Madrid winger received a four-game ban following a red card against Villarreal.
- The decision was communicated just two hours before a Champions League fixture against Roma.
- José Mourinho and the player have expressed frustration over the late notification.
Real Madrid winger Vinícius Júnior has expressed his anger regarding the timing of a four-match suspension. The Brazilian international reportedly learned of the disciplinary decision only upon arriving at the stadium for a Champions League match against Roma. The ban follows a red card issued during a previous domestic encounter with Villarreal.
Manager José Mourinho also voiced his disapproval, questioning the decision to announce the penalty so close to kick-off. According to reports from kicker and Record, the club was officially notified of the four-game sanction only two hours before the European tie began. Mourinho described the timing as abnormal, highlighting the disruption it caused to the team's preparations.