Pepe stamp whips up Clasico controversy

The Portugal international was seen to nudge into Messi when the World Player of the Year was on the floor after a tackle, then stood on his hand as he walked past around 20 minutes from the end of the game.

When asked about Pepe during the post-match news conference, Real coach Mourinho first said he had not seen the incident.

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