José Mourinho says he has no words to describe Lionel Messi

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·3 September 2026

According to L'Équipe, Real Madrid coach José Mourinho spoke on Friday on the eve of the Liga match against Real Betis.

During that appearance, he also addressed Lionel Messi.

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He said he had no words to describe Lionel Messi.

Messi had announced his retirement from international football on Monday.

Mourinho's comments were set against that announcement.

Source: L'Équipe

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