Mourinho explains substitution: "The time for dribbles and scoring goals for me had ended"

José Mourinho, coach of Real Madrid, explained a substitution after his team's 4-1 victory against Rayo Vallecano in a home game. The Portuguese coach used humor to justify the change, stating that "the time for dribbles and scoring goals for him had ended", in a reference to his career as a player. Mourinho used this phrase to downplay his own ability to contribute on the pitch as a player, acknowledging that phase of his life ended a long time ago. The victory over Rayo Vallecano took place at the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home of Real Madrid. This statement by Mourinho illustrates his characteristic sense of humor and the way he likes to interact with the media, turning a tactical explanation into a personal joke.