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'That's not very democratic!' - Jose Mourinho says he has the right to criticise referees as Benfica boss faces punishment over 'no personality' complaints

Jose Mourinho has claimed it is his democratic right to critique officials' performances in the same way his own work is judged, as he awaits potential punishment a week after his appointment as Benfica coach. He is under investigation after accusing a referee of having 'no personality' following a controversial 1-1 draw against Rio Ave.

'That's not very democratic!' - Jose Mourinho says he has the right to criticise referees as Benfica boss faces punishment over 'no personality' complaints

Jose Mourinho has claimed it is his democratic right to critique officials' performances in the same way his own work is judged, as he awaits potential punishment a week after his appointment as Benfica coach. He is under investigation after accusing a referee of having 'no personality' following a controversial 1-1 draw against Rio Ave.

Published on September 26, 2025