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Mourinho: "I felt comfortable at Benfica, but Real Madrid is Real Madrid"
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Mourinho: "I felt comfortable at Benfica, but Real Madrid is Real Madrid"

SAPO Notícias7 September 2026 at 12:57

José Mourinho, Real Madrid coach, gave an interview to UEFA in which he spoke about his time at Benfica. The Portuguese coach stated that he felt comfortable during the period he managed the red club.

However, Mourinho made a point of emphasizing that Real Madrid represents something different, declaring that "Real Madrid is Real Madrid," in a reference to the size and prestige of the Spanish club compared to others he has managed.

The coach's statements come in the context of his current role at Real Madrid, where he seeks to maintain the high levels of sporting success he has achieved throughout his career.

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