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Cole makes 'kicked Levy's cat' joke about Mourinho at Spurs

Joe Cole has joked that Jose Mourinho, who he worked under at Chelsea, must have ā€œkicked Daniel Levy's catā€ at Tottenham to deserve being sacked on the eve of a major cup final. The outspoken Portuguese was relieved of his duties in north London after guiding Spurs to the 2021 League Cup final. The decision to part with a proven winner raised a few eyebrows, with the Special One still chasing down tangible success at 62 years of age.

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šŸ“½ļø | Mourinho embraces staff member who has been at Chelsea for 48 YEARS

Jose Mourinho embraced Chelsea staff member Thresa Conneely, who has been at the club for 48 years, in a heartwarming reunion. The 'Special One's' Stamford Bridge homecoming turned into far more than a tactical rehearsal for Benficaā€™s Champions League showdown with Chelsea. Mourinho, making his fourth return to the club as an opposing manager, reminded the world why heā€™s still adored in west London, not with tactics or talk, but with a tender moment that left the room in awe.

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Is Jose Mourinho still 'The Special One'?

It was obvious that Jose Mourinho was finished at Fenerbahce the moment the full-time whistle blew in last month's Champions League qualifier at Benfica. However, it also felt like his time at the top was over, too, because Mourinho no longer seemed quite so special.

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Mourinho aims jibe at City when quizzed on Chelsea's 74 charges

Jose Mourinho aimed a playful jibe at Manchester City when being quizzed on the 74 charges that are now hanging over Chelsea. The Portuguese coach, who has taken in two spells as Blues boss, finds himself back at Stamford Bridge for a Champions League fixture. The ā€˜Special Oneā€™ has returned to his homeland as the new boss at Benfica, with the 62-year-old having lost none of his ability to entertain when speaking to the media.

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Mourinho 'would love' to have Ā£54m Chelsea star at Benfica

Jose Mourinho says he ā€œwould loveā€ to have Pedro Neto at Benfica, describing the Chelsea man as ā€œone of the best wingers in the worldā€. The Portuguese was full of praise for his compatriot as he prepares to make an emotional return to Stamford Bridge when the two teams do battle in the Champions League on Tuesday evening.

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'I'm not a Blue now' - Mourinho fires warning to Chelsea

Jose Mourinho has warned Chelsea he will not be feeling sentimental when he attempts to lead Benfica to victory on his highly-anticipated return to Stamford Bridge. The Special One heads back to his old stomping ground on Tuesday evening when the Portuguese giants lock horns with Enzo Marescaā€™s Blues in the latest round of Champions League fixtures.

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Mourinho 'happy' Palmer will miss his Chelsea reunion

Benfica manager Jose Mourinho has cheekily admitted he is ā€œhappyā€ Cole Palmer will be absent when he makes an emotional return to his former club Chelsea next week. The Special One heads back to his old stomping ground when he takes the Portuguese giants to Stamford Bridge in the Champions League on Tuesday evening.

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ā€˜Earn more staying homeā€™ - Mourinhoā€™s ā€˜negativeā€™ wage position at Benfica

Jose Mourinho claims to be in a ā€œnegativeā€ wage position at Benfica, with the Portuguese tactician saying he would ā€œearn moreā€ if he stayed at home and enjoyed time with his family. The ā€˜Special Oneā€™ has chosen not to do that, with the 62-year-old heading back to where it all began for him in a managerial capacity after taking the reins for a second time at Lisbon giants.

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Mourinho's Benfica contract includes surprise break clause

Jose Mourinho may have reunited with Benfica, 25 years after resigning from his first senior managerial gig, but the two-year contract the former Chelsea, Real Madrid, Inter and Manchester United boss has signed at the Estadio da Luz is not necessarily all that it may seem. Both he and his new club aren't ready to fully commit to each other just yet.

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Mourinho, Fati and Europe's biggest winners & losers

The latest round of action across Europe's elite leagues saw Bayern Munich, Real Madrid and Porto maintain their winning starts to the 2025-26 season. However, while everyone expects Bayern to run away with the Bundesliga, Barca are hot on the heels of Madrid in La Liga, while Porto are presently processing the news that the most famous manager in the club's history has just taken charge of their hated rivals Benfica.

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'Going to kill them' - Mourinho's X-rated Benfica team talk

Benfica have released behind-the-scenes footage from Jose Mourinhoā€™s first game back at the club, with the outspoken Portuguese delivering an X-rated team talk to his players before heading into action against AVS Futebol SAD. The ā€˜Special Oneā€™ is back where it all began for him, having returned to his homeland, and has clearly lost none of his passion for his game.

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Mourinho reveals Portugal ambition after Benfica return

Jose Mourinho has revealed he always expected to return to Portugal at some point in his managerial career, but the Special One thought it would be in charge of the national team and not his new club Benfica. The former Chelsea, Real Madrid and Manchester United boss returned to his homeland after being appointed as the Primeira Liga giants' new manager on a two-year contract on Thursday.

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Mourinho makes Instagram return after Benfica appointment

Jose Mourinho marked his Benfica homecoming with a simple sunrise post from the clubā€™s training ground, captioned 'Good morning SL Benfica'. But his first update as Benfica coach sparked chaos online, as Fenerbahce fans swarmed his Instagram with angry comments after his remarks that managing the Turkish side was a 'mistake' and that the club was 'not his level'.

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Mourinho in advanced talks with Benfica after Lage sacking

Jose Mourinho is reportedly in advanced talks to take the reins at Benfica after the Portuguese club sacked manager Bruno Lage in the aftermath of their humiliating Champions League defeat to Qarabag FK. The Liga Portugal giants blew a two-goal lead on their way to a 3-2 defeat in their Champions League opener at home on Tuesday. Lage was immediately relieved of his duties after the game.

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Frequently asked questions

To purchase an official ticket through the club to see Manchester United play at Old Trafford, you must be a member of the club.

There are several levels of memberships, ranging from adult options to those for juniors. Each comes with additional perks and privileges depending on the membership purchased. You can register your interest now for the 2025-26 season.

If you're looking for a unique experience, you can also book premium packages withĀ Seat Unique. These packages start fromĀ Ā£149 a personĀ and offer inside perks like complimentary drinks, stadium and museum tours and much more.

Yes, with theĀ new premium packages through Seat Unique, fans can enjoy a host of new stadium tours and experiences at games.

If you're looking for the ultimate package with a tour - including free drinks, premium plush seats, and vouchers for merch, look to bookĀ The Seat Unique Experience, which will see you in the most exclusive of experiences as a fan.

Right now, you cannot purchase season tickets for Manchester United's 2025-26 Premier League campaign, as they are renewed and sold at the end of the last season.

You can, however, sign up for the clubā€™s waiting list, which will offer you the chance to purchase a season ticket for a future campaign when they become available.

The best way to travel to Old Trafford is by public transportation, with multiple stops on the Metro Link offering access or proximity to the ground.

Old Trafford station is situated within a five-minute walk of the ground and offers wheelchair-user-friendly access, while stops at the Imperial War Museum and Wharfside are also just a short stroll away.

Be aware that Manchester Piccadilly, the cityā€™s main railway station and hub for travel from London, is an hour-plus walk away from the ground.

The best way to buy cheap Manchester United tickets is to purchase from theĀ clubā€™s official website, looking for tickets in the more cost-friendly sections of Old Trafford.

There are no specific special offers or discounts for Manchester United tickets, with prices typically set ahead of the start of the season for fixtures across all competitions. Seniors, children and young adults will pay less than the full price, however, which is worth remembering when it comes to making your purchase.

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