Mourinho hails Roma's Wesley after Real Madrid's 4-3 comeback
Roma manager José Mourinho singled out Wesley for praise after his side fell to a 4-3 defeat against Real Madrid, in which Los Blancos mounted a comeback. Despite the loss, Mourinho emphasised Wesley's contribution and attitude, framing the display as a positive sign for the Brazilian wing-back's development at the Stadio Olimpico. The match itself appears to have been a pre-season or low-stakes friendly given the high-scoring nature and the context of Mourinho's focus on individual growth rather than the result.
Read the full story at football-italia.netMourinho's public endorsement of Wesley signals growing trust in the young Brazilian as part of his Roma project. Even in defeat, singling out a player for praise after conceding four goals points to a coach prioritising long-term squad building over short-term results — a common theme in pre-season or development-phase matches. For Roma fans, the takeaway is that Wesley is firmly in Mourinho's plans, while the 4-3 scoreline serves as a reminder of the defensive work still needed ahead of the competitive season.
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