US EditionJosé Mourinho is back in Portugal to coach after reaching a deal with Benfica
Jose Mourinho, with 26 major trophies, is set to sign a two-year deal to lead Benfica after Bruno Lage's sacking following a 3-2 Champions League loss to Qarabag.
- José Mourinho has been appointed as Benfica's new head coach, marking his return to the club after 25 years since he last managed there, as confirmed by Benfica on September 18, 2025.
- Benfica dismissed Bruno Lage following a 3-2 home defeat to Qarabag in the Champions League, citing recent poor results and the need for immediate improvement.
- Mourinho expressed eagerness to coach Benfica, stating, 'I did not think twice' about accepting the coaching position after being approached by the club.
- Benfica is currently sixth in the Primeira Liga and is expected to face Chelsea in the Champions League on September 30.
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José Mourinho is back in Portugal after more than 20 years! The Starcoach signed a contract with Benfica Lisbon until the summer of 2027, as the Portuguese record champion announced on Thursday. One day before, after a 2:3 blamage in the Champions League against Karabach Agdam, the club had separated from the former coach Bruno Lage the night before. Mourinho is said to have given his consent to the signature hours later ... For the 62-year-old …
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Mourinho appointed at Benfica as he returns to Portugal
LISBON: Benfica appointed Jose Mourinho as their coach on Thursday, with the Portuguese returning to work in his homeland, 21 years after leaving Porto for Chelsea. © New Straits Times Press (M) Bhd
José Mourinho returns to Portuguese football after more than 20 years and takes over Benfica Lisbon until 2027. After the separation of Bruno Lage he wants to lead the record champion to new successes.
Portuguese football coach Jose Mourinho has been appointed as the new coach of Benfica.
After numerous coaching stations abroad José Mourinho is now again active in Portugal. From now on he takes over the traditional club Benfica Lisbon.
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