Jose Mourinho

José Mourinho Faces Growing Scrutiny As Benfica Held By Rio

September 25, 2025 12:37 pm

José Mourinho is facing early pressure at Benfica after his side were held to a 1-1 draw by Rio Ave, a result that leaves the Lisbon club trailing in the Primeira Liga title race.

Benfica looked set for a crucial win at the Estadio da Luz before conceding a stoppage-time equalizer that stunned home fans and denied Mourinho back-to-back victories since taking charge. The draw leaves the Eagles four points behind league leaders and intensifies questions about their ability to compete for the championship.

Despite dominating possession and creating several chances, Benfica struggled to turn control into goals. Mourinho, visibly …

Mourinho Slams VAR: ‘I Don’t Like Today’s Football’

September 25, 2025 8:18 am

Jose Mourinho has launched a fresh attack on modern officiating, voicing his frustration at the growing influence of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) in football. The Portuguese manager, known for his outspoken nature, lamented the way goals are being ruled out for what he sees as trivial offences, arguing that technology is taking the spotlight away from players and undermining the essence of the game.

Speaking in typically forthright fashion, Mourinho said: “I don’t like the current state of football, where goals are disallowed for a simple shirt pull or a minor foot contact. The main actors in matches are …

The Player Mourinho Credits Most In His Coaching Journey

August 20, 2025 11:55 am

José Mourinho has faced many of football’s greatest talents during his illustrious managerial career, but when asked which player pushed him the most in his development, the Portuguese coach had a clear answer: Lionel Messi.

“Messi! Every time we played against him, he forced me to think a lot,” Mourinho admitted, reflecting on the countless battles he had with the Argentine star during his spells at Inter Milan and Real Madrid.

Mourinho’s encounters with Messi were not just matches—they were tactical duels that defined an era of European football. From his famous Inter Milan side that defeated Pep Guardiola’s …

Alli’s Tottenham Future In Doubt After Southampton Axe

September 20, 2020 3:52 pm

Dele Alli’s Tottenham future is in doubt after he was dropped for their Premier League match at Southampton on Sunday as Jose Mourinho claimed he has “too many players”.

Alli was substituted at half-time of Tottenham’s defeat against Everton last weekend and was missing from the squad for their Europa League qualifier against Lokomotiv Plovdiv on Thursday.

The England international was expected to return against Southampton, but Tottenham manager Mourinho did not include him in the matchday squad.

Alli has endured a difficult period over the last two years, with his form dipping badly.

Mourinho was seen accusing him of …