'It’s his show’ – Barcelona star responds to José Mourinho’s post-derby antics

Barcelona midfielder Fermín López shared his thoughts on Real Madrid manager José Mourinho’s recent actions following the derby. Mourinho drew attention for his post-match commentary after his team’s defeat to Atlético Madrid.

The Portuguese coach expressed his discontent with the officiating during the match at the Metropolitano stadium. He presented printouts of two challenges he believed warranted red cards and criticized the referee, Miguel Ángel Ortiz Arias, and his officiating team.

This reaction is consistent with Mourinho's history of vocal responses after contentious losses.

Fermín López, speaking with Tot Costa while on international duty with Spain, was asked about the situation. He stated:

“I think it’s his show. He’s been doing it since 2011. It’s his way of expressing himself with the media, and it’s totally respectable.

“We try not to look too much at Real Madrid or the other teams. We focus on our work, our momentum and trying to keep improving.”

English Translation:

Barcelona star Fermín López has this week offered his perspective on the recent headline-grabbing behavior of Real Madrid head coach José Mourinho.

The prominent tactician has been a central figure in Spanish media discussions over the past week, following his conduct after Real Madrid's derby defeat to Diego Simeone's Atlético.

Unsatisfied with the officiating throughout the 90 minutes at the Metropolitano, Mourinho openly voiced his opinions post-match. The Portuguese coach brought a printout of two challenges he felt should have resulted in red cards, subsequently criticizing referee Miguel Ángel Ortiz Arias and his officiating crew.

This is not the first instance of Mourinho resorting to drastic measures after a controversial loss for one of his teams during his extensive career.

The aforementioned Fermín López expressed little surprise at the 63-year-old's recent actions.

During an interview with Tot Costa late this week, midfielder Fermín explained:

“I think it’s his show. He’s been doing it since 2011. It’s his way of expressing himself with the media, and it’s totally respectable.

“We try not to look too much at Real Madrid or the other teams. We focus on our work, our momentum and trying to keep improving.”