Jose Mourinho’s ‘Siege Mentality’ at Real Madrid isn’t working this time

Jose Mourinho has criticized refereeing standards in Spain following Real Madrid's 2-1 loss against Atletico Madrid. During his post-match press conference, Mourinho displayed printed photographs of controversial tackles, arguing that opponents should have received two red cards. He stated that the refereeing decisions directly altered the outcome of the match.

Mourinho highlighted unpunished challenges by Kang-in Lee on Federico Valverde and Cristian Romero on Jude Bellingham. Earlier in the match, Real Madrid defender Dean Huijsen was sent off, leaving Madrid with ten men. The analysis notes Mourinho is reviving his familiar siege mentality tactic during his second managerial stint at the club.