Mourinho: Chelsea “back” and with potential, analyzes Benfica’s coach

Mourinho Believes in Chelsea’s Resurrection: “They’re Back”

The renowned Portuguese coach, José Mourinho, has expressed his optimism about the resurgence of Chelsea, a team he managed in the past. In a recent press conference from Stamford Bridge, Mourinho, now at the helm of Benfica, analyzed the current situation of the London club. Mourinho, who returns to Stamford Bridge for the Champions League match, commented on Chelsea’s performance under Enzo Maresca’s direction. He highlighted the Conference League victory and the recent Club World Cup win, achievements that, according to him, have revitalized the team.

“From the outside, it seemed that Chelsea had lost their identity as a club. But what happened last season, it seems they are back. They trusted Enzo, he brought his ideas.”

José Mourinho

The Portuguese coach, who won three Premier League titles with Chelsea, emphasized the importance of trust and stability in the club. He also mentioned the difficulty of winning the Champions League, but highlighted Chelsea’s potential to achieve it. Mourinho recalled his successful time at Chelsea, emphasizing the special connection he still maintains with the club. “I will always be a ‘Blue’,” he stated, although he is now focused on his work with Benfica.

The Benfica coach also highlighted Chelsea’s greatness, mentioning how the club honors historical figures. “This shows that Chelsea is truly a great club because great clubs are also based on principles,” he noted. Mourinho, who joined Benfica after leaving Fenerbahce, expressed his enthusiasm for returning to coach in the Champions League. He acknowledged the responsibility that comes with it, even for someone with his vast experience. The coach spoke about the difficulty of the challenge, given that Benfica has never beaten Chelsea. “Normally, Portuguese teams don’t have good results against English teams because English teams are strong,” he concluded.