J. Mourinho: "Real" is a wounded king

2026-02-16 13:57 © scanpix

Lisbon's "Benfica" team is facing a serious challenge.

In the first knockout stage of the UEFA Champions League, the Portuguese will have to fight against the very team of Madrid "Real".

Before Tuesday's battle, "Benfica" coach Jose Mourinho recalled the last regular season meeting.

"We will play the first match being ambitious, confident in our strengths and not losing our heads on the pitch.

We know what we did to the kings of the Champions League before. They are now wounded and dangerous," explained J. Mourinho.

"People think we need to achieve a result at home, but I say there will be no final result here.”