Mourinho on Prestianni ovation: I'd applaud too

Gianluca Prestianni, 20, made his return for Benfica after serving a six-match UEFA ban for anti-gay conduct toward Real Madrid's Vinícius Júnior during a Champions League match in February. The Argentine winger received a warm ovation from Benfica fans when he came on during a 4-1 win over Moreirense on April 26, 2026. Coach José Mourinho praised Prestianni's improved performances but declined to comment directly on the incident that led to the suspension.