José Mourinho hits milestone at Benfica, but he's not stopping here | OneFootball

José Mourinho recently completed 100 days at the helm of Benfica. The 62-year-old coach reached this milestone after being officially appointed at the Estádio da Luz on September 18, exactly 25 years after his first stint in charge of the red and white club, which was also his first experience as a head coach.

So far, the Special One has already led the Eagles in 20 official matches across all competitions: Liga Portugal Betclic, Portuguese Cup, League Cup, and Champions League, where he recorded 13 victories, resulting in a success rate of around 65%. However, the Portuguese manager does not want to stop here and faces a major challenge ahead: catching up with Porto in the standings.

According to the newspaper O Jogo, just like in his first spell at Benfica, this second tenure has been anything but easy. In a scenario mirroring that of 25 years ago, the Special One also took over during a less positive period for the Eagles, which became even more complicated with recent results: unwanted draws and a surprising defeat in their Champions League debut.

After a shaky start under the guidance of José Mourinho, Benfica now seems to be navigating calmer waters, as indicated by the team’s recent performances. However, there is still much work to be done and a 'mountain' to climb: catching the Dragons in the league, who currently enjoy a comfortable eight-point lead.

Nonetheless, José Mourinho’s 100 days have also borne fruit for the Estádio da Luz club. Despite having a squad with limited options, the Special One has already had the opportunity to use 26 players, including several youngsters from Benfica’s academy, such as José Neto, Rodrigo Rêgo, and Daniel Banjaqui. “The promise is very clear: I will live for Benfica, I will live for my mission,” stated the 62-year-old coach.

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