Portuguese media had reported the Argentinian winger had confessed his guilt to the rest of the squad.

Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni – who allegedly racially abused the Brazilian in the first leg – was suspended for the return game.

Benfica’s Gianluca Prestianni denied allegations made by the Real Madrid star but has been handed a one-game provisional ban.

Real Madrid forward Vinicius alleged he was the subject of racist abuse by Benfica player – later named by Real as Prestianni.

The pair were targets of online attacks in the hours after Chelsea’s draw with Burnley.

The Brazilian forward says he reported racial abuse by a Benfica player to referee Francois Letexier during Tuesday’s match in Lisbon.

The 25-year-old left the field during Real Madrid’s Champions League play-off in Lisbon.

Mourinho has been heavily criticised for suggesting Vinicius had provoked the abuse with his goal celebration.

The 25-year-old left the field in Lisbon after reporting Benfica winger Gianluca Prestianni to the referee.

The 25-year-old left the field in Lisbon after reporting a member of the Benfica team.

Man City fans displayed a picture of Rodri kissing the trophy with the message ‘Stop crying your heart out’, mocking Real’s boycott of the ceremony.