Historical coach of the London club during periods 2004-2007 and 2013-2015, the Portuguese did not fail to send strong words towards its former club during the traditional pre-match press conference on Monday.
The 62 -year -old man made a declaration of love to the blues. “Je are part of their history. They are part of my story. I helped them become a bigger Chelsea, and they helped me become a bigger José. It will be my Chelsea before the start of the match and after the match, but during the match, it's my Benfica, and that's all that matters. When I say that I am not a Blue, I'm only talking about the work I have to do tomorrow, “ He launched in front of the journalists present at a press conference.
Maresca pays tribute to Mourinho
This Tuesday evening, José Mourinho will face Chelsea and his manager Enzo Maresca. On the Blues bench since the summer of 2024, the Italian has not failed to send tributes to the Portuguese who had many successes in the London club. “” It will be a privilege to face José Mourinho tomorrow (Tuesday). It is a legend for this club, but (also) for many other clubs in which he has worked, ” he said.
José Mourinho loves European cuts. The current Benfica coach carries his total to 5 European trophies, including two C1, two Europa League and a Europa Conference League.
