Farioli on Benfica’s new manager: “I haven’t spoken to him” | OneFootball

The arrival of José Mourinho has already been commented on by Francesco Farioli. The Porto coach was present at the press conference previewing the northern team’s next match, and spoke with journalists, addressing Benfica’s most recent signing.

"He was an important coach for FC Porto, for its history, but I haven’t spoken with him [Mourinho was at the Dragão last week]," Francesco Farioli began, not seeming to want to elaborate much on the topic of Benfica’s new coach.

Soon after, the Porto coach was questioned again about José Mourinho. Once more, with few words, Francesco Farioli addressed José Mourinho’s arrival in Portuguese football, not hiding that the Portuguese coach is "a reference."

"I don’t have to comment on Mr. Mourinho’s career. He is a reference for Portuguese football, for many coaches and for me, but I’m not going to comment on something that isn’t official. Nor do I have to comment on what doesn’t concern FC Porto. But I admire what he has done," said Francesco Farioli.

It should be recalled that Rui Costa announced the dismissal of Bruno Lage shortly after Benfica’s defeat to Qarabag, in the Champions League. Immediately afterwards, rumors emerged that José Mourinho would be chosen to replace the dismissed coach, which was confirmed last Wednesday, September 17.

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