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Benfica vs Real Madrid will be one of the most-watched round of 16 playoffs in the UEFA Champions League when both sides face each other for a spot in the knockout phase.
The game was the major highlight of the group phase as Benfica scored a late minute goal to seal a place in the play-offs.
Mourinho described Real Madrid as wounded and dangerous” opponent, warning that their pride and pedigree make them even more threatening following recent setbacks. He imsisted that his team will need to produce a near-perfect performance to secure a positive result.
He said,
'We know what we did to the kings of the Champions Leagu they are wounded. And a wounded king is dangerous. When a Real Madrid player offered me his shirt after the game. I jokingly showed my colleagues the symbol on it, the 15 Champions Leagues. They’re the kings. It’s not just history, we’re going to play against the favourites this competition”.
The Portuguese also acknowledged Real Madrid’s history in the competition, he stressed that Benfica do not need a miracle to progress only focus, discipline, and belief. According to the former Madrid boss, matches of this magnitude are decided by small details, concentration levels, and mentality.
He also addressed speculation linking him with a potential return to the Spanish giants. Mourinho firmly dismissed any rumors of contact, making it clear that his full commitment lies with Benfica. Despite his successful past at the Santiago Bernabéu, he emphasized that sentiment will not influence his approach to this tie.
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