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Valverde reveals Mourinho's half-time instruction that inspired Sociedad victory

Real Madrid midfielder Federico Valverde has lifted the lid on the tactical masterclass delivered by Jose Mourinho at half-time during their 4-1 thrashing of Real Sociedad. The Uruguayan credits the manager's intervention for transforming a stuttering performance into a dominant display spearheaded by a Kylian Mbappe hat-trick.

Mourinho hails 'incredible' Mbappe as Madrid rout Real Sociedad

Kylian Mbappe scored a brilliant hat-trick to help Real Madrid secure a 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad in La Liga. The emphatic win marked a successful Bernabeu return for new manager Jose Mourinho, who praised his star forward's incredible hunger and relentless work ethic following a brief first-half scare.

Mbappé hat-trick & Bellingham 2 assists in Madrid win

Kylian Mbappé delivered an absolute masterclass by scoring a brilliant hat-trick to guide Real Madrid to a dominant 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad. The French forward was perfectly supported by Jude Bellingham, who provided two crucial assists. Meanwhile, Vinícius Júnior added a goal of his own before sharing a heartwarming celebration with manager José Mourinho at the Bernabéu.

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'I'm not important!' - Mourinho issues passionate plea to Madrid fans before Bernabeu return

Jose Mourinho has urged Real Madrid supporters to get behind his team as he prepares for his first home match back at the Santiago Bernabeu against Real Sociedad. The Portuguese manager insisted the focus must remain on the players rather than his highly anticipated homecoming.