Archive · 18 Sep 2025
Jose Mourinho Returns to Benfica as Manager
Jose Mourinho, a well-known coach, has been hired to manage Benfica.
He was previously at Fenerbahce.
Mourinho previously coached Benfica in 2000 and later won titles with Porto.
He has also managed successful teams like Chelsea and Real Madrid.
He is excited about returning and has a mission to help Benfica win.
His first game will be Saturday and the Champions League matches begin in September.
Jose Mourinho is appointed as Benfica's new manager.
Mourinho previously coached Fenerbahce and was sacked after losing in the Champions League.
He has signed a contract through the end of the 2026/27 season.
Benfica fired Bruno Lage after a Champions League loss.
Mourinho's first game will be on Saturday; will face Chelsea in Champions League.
- Who
- Jose Mourinho
- What
- Appointed as Benfica manager
- When
- September 18, 2024, contract runs until end of 2026/27 season
- Where
- Portugal (Benfica)
- Why
- Benfica sacked Bruno Lage after a Champions League defeat.
Mourinho's Perspective
Club's Perspective
Career Stage
Mourinho's Perspective
Mourinho considers himself more mature and altruistic.
Club's Perspective
Benfica aims to improve performance and title contention with a new manager.
- Manager
- Jose Mourinho
- New Club
- Benfica
- Former Club
- Fenerbahce
- Contract Length
- Until 2026/27 Season
- Previous Benfica Manager
- Bruno Lage
- Champions League Match
- Benfica vs. Chelsea
