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Jose Mourinho makes definitive statement on his Benfica future

Jose Mourinho has reaffirmed his unwavering commitment to Benfica, insisting his future at the Estadio da Luz is not contingent on the club's summer transfer investment. Following a victory over Nacional, the 63-year-old revealed he is already planning for next season and intends to integrate the club's "elite" youth talent into his long-term project.

FC Porto v Nottingham Forest FC - UEFA Europa League 2025/26 Quarter-Final First Leg

Ancelotti open to 41-year-old Silva making World Cup return for Brazil

Carlo Ancelotti has refused to rule out a fairytale return to the Brazil national team for veteran defender Thiago Silva ahead of the upcoming World Cup. Despite the centre-back now being 41 years old, the Italian tactician believes quality and experience far outweigh any numbers found on a passport.

Following in the footsteps of Zamalek and Al Ahly, Mourinho is on the verge of a historic yet bittersweet achievement

How so?

Man City target Sporting captain in summer move

Manchester City are pushing to sign Sporting CP captain Morten Hjulmand in the summer transfer window. The Premier League giants have already made informal contact with the Portuguese club as sporting director Hugo Viana looks to reunite with the Danish midfielder.

SL Benfica v SSC Napoli - UEFA Champions League 2025/26 League Phase MD6

Napoli target Benfica star in €30m summer deal

Napoli have identified Benfica midfielder Richard Rios as their top target for the summer transfer window and have already opened talks over a potential €30 million move. Sporting director Giovanni Manna is leading negotiations as the Serie A side attempt to strengthen their midfield ahead of next season.

VIDEO: Porto star inexplicably scores own goal from 40 YARDS vs Forest

Nottingham Forest were gifted a way back into their Europa League quarter-final first leg clash against Porto as Martim Fernandes scored an astonishing own goal from 40 yards out. In one of the most inexplicable moments in the competition's history, the Premier League side benefitted from a catastrophic defensive mix-up at the Estadio do Dragao.

Pos	Team	P	W	D	L	F	A	+/-	PTS	Form
1	FC Porto	29	24	4	1	59	14	45	76	W D W W D
2	Sporting CP	28	22	5	1	73	17	56	71	W W W D W
3	Benfica	29	20	9	0	61	18	43	69	W D W W D
4	Braga	28	15	7	6	55	27	28	52	W W L D W
5	Famalicao	29	13	8	8	36	25	11	47	D D W W W

Pos

Team

+/-

PTS

Form

FC Porto

W
D
W
W
D

Sporting CP

W
W
W
D
W

Benfica

W
D
W
W
D

Braga

W
W
L
D
W

Famalicao

D
D
W
W
W

Frequently asked questions

Who has won the most Liga MX titles?

Club America hold the record for the most Liga MX titles, having secured the championship 15 times.

How many teams are in the Liga MX?

Liga MX consists of a single table featuring 18 teams that compete in two annual tournaments, known as the Apertura and Clausura. This format allows for two champions to be crowned each season, fostering a dynamic and competitive environment in Mexican football.

Who has made the most Liga MX appearances ever?

Oscar Perez holds the record for the most appearances in Liga MX history, having played in an impressive 741 matches throughout his career.

Who is the all-time top scorer of the Liga MX?

Brazilian-born Cabinho is Liga MX's all-time topscorer. Cabinho scored an impressive 312 goals in just 415 games, featuring for sides like Tigres UANL, Leon, Atlante, and UNAM.

Who has the most assists in the history of the Liga MX?

Former attacking midfielder Rubens Sambueza, who hails from Argentina, is the player with the most assists in Liga MX, registering 115 assists in 456 games.

Who is the oldest player ever in the Liga MX and how old was he?

Oscar Perez holds the record of being the oldest player to feature in Liga MX history. The legendary Mexican goalkeeper was 45 years and 247 days old when he achieved this feat in 2018.

Who is the youngest player ever in the Liga MX and how old was he?

Victor Manon, at the age of 15 years and 217 days, became the youngest player to ever feature in a Liga MX game. Manon was playing for Pachuca at the time.

Which famous players have played in the Liga MX?

Liga MX has seen a number of prominent players who have made significant contributions to the league. Notable figures include Hugo Sanchez, Rafael Marquez, Cuauhtemoc Blanco, Carlos Vela, Andres Guardado, and Oribe Peralta.

Which famous managers have managed in the Liga MX?

Ricardo Ferretti, Miguel Herrera, Javier Aguirre, Guillermo Vazquez, and Matías Almeyda are among the most eminent managers in Liga MX history.

What is the biggest stadium in the Liga MX?

Estadio Azteca, which is the home of reigning Clausara champions Club America, is the biggest stadium in Liga MX. Azteca has an official capacity of 87,523.