Ahead of Estoril-Benfica, José Mourinho admits concern | OneFootball

he admits that, aside from his personal situation, "there are reasons for concern" regarding the outcome of this season. Speaking at the press conference ahead of Estoril - Benfica, the Special One said that, "touching on last weekend," it is possible to draw a comparison with "the same levels of analysis and frustration" as last season.

"First of all, Benfica is much bigger than me. There is no possible comparison. Benfica is bigger than everyone, than any coach, player or president. It is bigger than anyone. As for my personal situation, I think there is no reason for concern," he said.

As for the position achieved when all is said and done, José Mourinho argues that "there are reasons for concern": "I think things are so obvious, so obvious, that I do not believe any Benfica fan has failed to understand them. Or if by any chance they were more distracted during the season, which can happen... Just focus on last weekend, on two matches from last weekend, to understand the whole story. And in that sense I say 'yes, there are reasons for concern'."

In conclusion, the Special One predicted the same unhappy end as last season: "Last year, the season ended the way it ended, with that cup final. This year, it will most likely end with the same levels of analysis and frustration. And, very honestly, I think there are reasons for concern."

It should be remembered that the Eagles return to action next Saturday, May 16, against Estoril. The match, counting for the 34th and final round of the Portuguese League, against the side coached by Ian Catho, will be played at the Estádio António Coimbra da Mota at 8:30 pm.

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