Real Madrid Manager Jose Mourinho made evaluations regarding the controversial incident involving Arda Güler and the national footballer's role on the pitch following the match.
Speaking about the allegations that Arda Güler threw an elbow at his opponent, Mourinho stated that he had spoken with his player and expressed that he could change his decision based on the footage.
The Portuguese manager said, "Arda Güler told me he did not throw an elbow. If someone shows me footage by the next press conference proving that Arda threw an elbow, then I will say it is a red card. No problem at all."
Mourinho also answered a question regarding Arda Güler being used in a more attacking role and his starting 11 choices. The experienced coach emphasized that there is no definitive criterion in the competition for the jersey.
On this subject, Mourinho stated, "Let me be clear, this concept of 'deserving' is quite an abstract issue to me. Because there is no exact formula for determining the 11 people who most deserve to take the field. There is no such method; there are many names in the squad who deserve the jersey."
Drawing attention to the players waiting on the bench, Mourinho also said that many footballers who did not take the field also deserved to play.
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