Mourinho's One Clear Goal: Beat Real Madrid at Da Luz
28 January 2026
Mourinho's Clear Objective
Jose Mourinho, Benfica's veteran Portuguese coach, said his team would approach Real Madrid's visit in the final group stage match of the UEFA Champions League with one clear mindset: win, and nothing else.
Speaking ahead of the match at the Da Luz stadium in Lisbon, Mourinho added: We analyse the opponent as we analyse our own team, even though many things can happen during the game, and we will try to prepare the squad in the best possible way.
When asked about following other results in the competition, the Portuguese coach stressed that it does not concern him, saying: No, we don't care about the other results, because if we don't win we won't advance to the next round.
He wrapped up by reiterating Benfica's fundamental aim: Our sole aim is to win.
Real Madrid sit third in the group with 15 points, while Benfica trail in 29th place with just 6 points.
Punchline time: if this win turns out, even the Da Luz stadium will apply for a raise; and if not, well, the benches will start a petition for a calm-down gel for Mourinho. Humor aside, focus stays on the game.
