Mourinho hits back at Famalicão president: “Penalty? Easy” | OneFootball

The outcome of the match between Benfica and Famalicão, this Monday at Luz, once again sparked debate, with the refereeing taking center stage; Miguel Ribeiro, president of Famalicão’s SAD, appeared in the press room expressing dissatisfaction with the performance of referee André Narciso.

The main point of analysis was the penalty awarded to the Eagles, when Justin de Haas struck Otamendi in the head area with his arm. In the 34th minute, from the penalty spot, Pavlidis converted the only goal of the match.

José Mourinho gave his version of the events, responding to the Minho club official. “Famalicão’s complaints have nothing to do with me. My opinion? Penalty. Easy,” began the Eagles’ coach, ironically referencing the fact that Miguel Ribeiro called the incident the “Azores Cyclone,” recalling the controversial Portuguese Cup round of 16 match between Santa Clara and Sporting, in which the Lions were also awarded a somewhat dubious penalty involving midfielder Morten Hjulmand during stoppage time.

“I’m not good with meteorology, I don’t even watch it on TV. I just check my iPhone to see what the temperature is,” said José Mourinho, also refusing to comment on Benfica’s statement after the Lions’ match:

“What do I have to do with that? No comment. What happened in that game was too obvious, I think no one has any doubts. Some people talk a lot, some talk little, I decided not to say anything because I don’t feel like being on the front page of a newspaper or the opening topic for TV pundits. I just don’t feel like it. So much has already been said. I think there’s a unanimity that usually doesn’t exist. So why should I talk? There’s no point.”

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