"I Was Having a Nightmare" - Jose Mourinho Recalls Showdown with Lionel Messi During New Netflix Series
The three-episode film examines Mourinho’s trophy-laden career and public image as Netflix UK says all episodes will stream from 8am.
- On Tuesday, August 11, 2026, Netflix released a three-part documentary series on Portuguese manager Jose Mourinho, exploring his career and the person behind his public persona across three episodes.
- Director Joe Pearlman and producer Coleman spent nearly three years working with Mourinho after his Roma firing, with Pearlman telling ESPN that "A lot of people will come into this thinking they know who Jose Mourinho is."
- Episode three reveals that Sir Alex Ferguson had an agreement for Mourinho to become his successor at Manchester United in 2013, though Chelsea's surprise bid lured him back instead.
- Contrasting his "Special One" persona with candid moments—such as waving at crew just 10 minutes after a ferry departure—the series reveals the man behind Mourinho's trophy-laden reputation.
- While Mourinho hasn't won a league title since leaving Stamford Bridge, the series examines his trajectory rather than past glories, questioning whether he could return to England's top clubs within five years.
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'Mourinho' Review: Netflix Parks the Bus But Forgets to Score with Special One
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Coach Luso released his documentary on 'Netflix' on Tuesday, August 11.
Zlatan Ibrahimovic was to be named Serie A's best player. Then he was scolded by José Mourinho. – José said: "When you get that award, you should be ashamed," says the Swede in Mourinho's Netflix documentary.
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