José Mourinho sends warning to players after Farense v Benfica (Video) | OneFootball

Sport Lisboa e Benfica shared an intimate moment that took place in the locker room at Estádio de São Luís after the final whistle. In the footage released by the Club’s official channels, Rui Costa is seen addressing the team to pay tribute to José Mourinho, who reached 750 career victories.

After receiving the distinction from the club president, the Sadino coach thanked those present for the symbolic gesture. However, the Special One took the opportunity to issue a very serious warning about the mentality required for the remainder of the season. José Mourinho stated: “If there’s something I can teach, it’s that the most important of these 750 victories is the next one, number 751.”

The speech continued with a total focus on maintaining competitive standards, refusing any kind of complacency. José Mourinho dismissed excessive euphoria over the recent string of positive results, emphasizing that the past does not win matches: “The last five or six good games don’t count. Only the next ones matter.”

Focus on Benfica - Famalicão

This episode took place following Benfica’s 2-0 victory away at Farense. With this result in the Algarve, the Eagles secured their place in the next round of the main cup competition. The team from Luz now awaits the winner of the match between Porto and Famalicão to find out their opponent in the quarterfinals of the Portuguese Cup.

All attention now turns to the National Championship, where the team looks to maintain their consistency in points. Benfica’s next official fixture is scheduled for next Monday, December 22, at 8:45 p.m. The Eagles will host FC Famalicão at Estádio da Luz, in a match valid for the 15th round of Liga Portugal Betclic.

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