{
  "id": 6857517,
  "title": "'People Throw Stones At A Tree Bearing Plenty Of Fruit': Jose Mourinho Defends Vinicius Jr Amid Real Madrid Fan Backlash | Watch",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/09/12/people-throw-stones-at-a-tree-bearing-plenty-of-fruit-jose-mourinho",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-09-12T03:43:18.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Free Press Journal",
    "slug": "free-press-journal",
    "url": "https://www.freepressjournal.in/sports/people-throw-stones-at-a-tree-bearing-plenty-of-fruit-jose-mourinho-defends-vinicius-jr-amid-real-madrid-fan-backlash-watch"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho defended star player Vinicius Jr. following fan backlash over his performance in the UEFA Champions League match against Inter Milan. The coach argued that Vinicius is a tree bearing plenty of fruit and his best is yet to come. Mourinho highlighted Vinicius' awards, including multiple Champions League victories, numerous goals, and record-breaking performances in high-intensity runs and crucial plays. He emphasized the importance of fans supporting both the team and players, stating that a strong bond between the team and stadium can create an unbeatable dynamic.",
  "summary": "Madrid: Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho backed star player Vinicius Jr. amid fan backlash, saying that his best is \"yet to come\" and people throw \"stones at a tree which is bearing plenty of fruit\". ️ José Mourinho: ¿Vinícius? \"TÚ sólo tiras piedras a los árboles que tienen frutos. ¿Cuántas Champions ha ganado Vinícius en los últimos años? ¿Cuántos goles ha metido? ¿Cuántas eliminatorias ha…",
  "key_points": [
    "Mourinho defends Vinicius Jr. amid fan backlash",
    "Highlights Vinicius' awards and performance feats",
    "Emphasizes importance of fan support and team bond"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
    "outlets": 1,
    "also_reported_by": []
  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}