Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho opted to skip his post-match press conference following a controversial victory over Villarreal, aiming to avoid a touchline ban. The club have fully backed his decision as they prepare for crucial upcoming fixtures against Sevilla and Barcelona. Mourinho was frustrated by refereeing decisions but chose silence to ensure his availability.
Cesc Fabregas admitted to feeling significant regret after Como failed to defeat a ten-man Roma side at the Stadio Giuseppe Sinigaglia. The Spanish boss noted his young team lacked the necessary patience following Donyell Malen's 53rd-minute red card.