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Madrid Daily: Cassano questions Mourinho, Comesaña responds and Sevilla lose Guridi

Real Madrid’s meeting with Roma has brought contrasting assessments of José Mourinho, with Antonio Cassano questioning his appointment and César Gómez backing his ability to guide the club’s younger players. The discussion surrounding Saturday’s victory over Villarreal also continues, as…

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 5:26 PM
Madrid Daily: Cassano questions Mourinho, Comesaña responds and Sevilla lose Guridi
Key Things to Know
  • Antonio Cassano questioned José Mourinho's appointment at Real Madrid, while Santi Comesaña defended refereeing decisions and Sevilla lost Jon Guridi to injury.
  • Comesaña dismissed Madrid's complaints regarding referee Isidro Díaz de Mera during their 1-0 win over Villarreal.
  • Cassano claimed Mourinho's football philosophy is outdated and expressed a preference for Rodrygo over Vinícius Júnior.
The Story in 60 Seconds

Former Real Madrid forward Antonio Cassano has publicly criticized José Mourinho's return to the club ahead of their Champions League clash with Roma, claiming the manager's tactical philosophy is outdated. Meanwhile, Villarreal midfielder Santi Comesaña rejected Madrid's complaints regarding referee Isidro Díaz de Mera during Saturday's 1-0 league defeat at the Bernabéu. In injury news, Sevilla confirmed that midfielder Jon Guridi suffered a thigh injury, sidelining him for Sunday's upcoming league visit to Madrid.

Cassano also stated his preference for Rodrygo over Vinícius Júnior and reflected candidly on his past lack of discipline in Madrid. In contrast, former player César Gómez defended Mourinho, encouraging young defender Dean Huijsen to heed the manager's guidance. Additionally, Sevilla faces squad depth issues alongside Guridi's absence, with Isaac Romero suspended following a red card against Levante.

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