Mourinho on Porto v Benfica draw: “Didn’t risk going for win” | OneFootball

José Mourinho, Benfica’s coach, spoke after the 0-0 draw against FC Porto, regarding the 8th matchday of the Primeira Liga.

Match analysis: “Before, the situation was complicated. We couldn’t leave here seven points behind; we wanted to leave just one point behind. But as I just told the players, neither I on the bench felt in a position to take risks to win, nor did they feel that way. They felt the game was under control and well managed, and that we couldn’t lose. They could lose. From a motivational standpoint, they’re coming off a fantastic run of results, and we’re going through a tough phase. It was crucial not to lose, especially against a rival like Sporting who also drew, on a weekend where we end up without losing points to either FC Porto or Sporting. We’re here, we’re alive.”

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