Mourinho on his bond with Roma: “It’s a matter of pride.”

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·21. Oktober 2025

Mourinho on his bond with Roma: “It’s a matter of pride.”

José Mourinho, current Benfica coach, today received the Mediterranean Excellence and Equal Opportunities International Award.

This recognition honors the Special One’s career, including his experience and special bond with the city of Rome after winning the 2022 Conference League.

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Here are his words on the sidelines of the event: “I don’t think I deserve this award, but it’s always a source of pride to receive it.”

“I sincerely thank you for the recognition, and I repeat, perhaps I don’t deserve it, but everything that represents the bond between me and Roma and the Romanisti, over these two and a half wonderful years of my life and career, will always be a source of great pride. Thank you so much.”