Jose Mourinho has heaped praise on Real Madrid captain Federico Valverde for his incredible versatility during the current campaign. The Uruguayan international has flourished in multiple positions, starring in both midfield and defence while continuing to provide a crucial goalscoring threat.
Jose Mourinho has expressed his concerns over player fatigue as Real Madrid head into the international break following a comfortable victory against Valencia. The Portuguese tactician admitted he hopes national team coaches, including his friend Carlo Ancelotti, will protect his exhausted stars from overexertion.
Jose Mourinho has guided Real Madrid to a dominant victory over Valencia, marking an impressive eighth consecutive win for the Spanish giants. Despite the clinical performance on the pitch, the Portuguese tactician couldn't help but poke fun at his players' choice of post-match celebrations.
Real Madrid drew level on points with Barcelona after a 3-0 win at the Mestalla. Javier Aguirre’s Valencia sat deep in a back five and committed 26 fouls, but Jose Mourinho’s side kept attacking down the left, and Arda Guler’s through balls kept finding Kylian Mbappe in behind.
Trent Alexander-Arnold joined Real Madrid to become their first-choice right-back, but under Jose Mourinho he is now watching a midfielder do that job instead. Captain Fede Valverde started there again at Mestalla and smashed in the opener against Valencia, while Alexander-Arnold and summer signing Denzel Dumfries were left out of the starting XI once again.
Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho has lauded Fede Valverde for his exemplary leadership as club captain. Describing the Uruguayan midfielder as humble and professional, Mourinho highlighted the immense responsibility that comes with wearing the armband at the Bernabeu.
Jose Mourinho insists he is not worried by the upcoming international break despite Real Madrid prepare to face Valencia in Liga. The Portuguese manager is instead fully focused on the threat posed by a fresh and determined Valencia side at Mestalla.
Jose Mourinho has offered a hilariously blunt assessment of the upcoming Liga clash between Atletico Madrid and Barcelona. The Real Madrid boss admitted he would ideally prefer both of his title rivals to lose this weekend as he prepares his side for a tough trip to Valencia.
Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has outlined his management philosophy regarding Vinicius Jr., stressing that collective success takes priority over any individual. Speaking after rotating his squad against AEK Athens, Mourinho praised the locker room's support for the Brazilian forward.
Real Madrid head coach Jose Mourinho has offered a thoughtful reflection on Cristiano Ronaldo following recent headlines surrounding the Portuguese superstar. Having worked together at the Bernabeu between 2010 and 2013, Mourinho insisted Ronaldo's eventual retirement deserves a fitting tribute.
Jose Mourinho has insisted that there is not another midfielder on the planet capable of matching Jude Bellingham’s unique skillset. The England international was the catalyst for Real Madrid’s dramatic comeback victory against AEK Athens, ensuring Los Blancos maintain their flawless record in Europe this season.
Jose Mourinho has openly bemoaned his side's demanding fixture schedule following a narrow Champions League victory over AEK Athens. The Portuguese manager revealed he will be forced into making sweeping changes once again ahead of a crucial domestic clash this weekend.
Jose Mourinho has provided a fascinating insight into how he manages Real Madrid superstar Vinicius Junior following their Champions League victory against AEK Athens. The Portuguese tactician explained that he relies mostly on a soft approach, but is not afraid to use a firm hand when required.
Jose Mourinho believes only Real Madrid could have won the way they did against AEK Athens, after his side came from behind to snatch a dramatic stoppage-time victory in Greece. The coach also defended Vinicius Junior over Yan Diomande's switch to the right and admitted the penalty Kylian Mbappe won at Racing Santander was a soft one, though he insisted it changed nothing.
Jose Mourinho has challenged Federico Valverde to embrace the sacrifices required of a Real Madrid captain as the Spanish giants prepare for a tricky Champions League encounter with AEK Athens. Speaking ahead of the trip to Greece, the Portuguese manager also clarified his attacking selection plans involving Vinicius Junior and provided a somber reflection on the tragic passing of Spanish footballer Jesus de Miguel.
