Jose Mourinho marked his return to Benfica with a commanding 3-0 win over AFS, reigniting excitement among fans and sending a clear message to the rest of Liga Portugal. The Special One was animated on the touchline, orchestrating a dominant display that blended tactical discipline with attacking flair.
Benfica opened the scoring through João Neves, who finished off a sweeping move involving Rafa Silva and Ángel Di María. The second goal came from a set piece, with Nicolás Otamendi heading home from a corner. Gonçalo Ramos sealed the win with a late strike, capping off a performance that had Mourinho’s fingerprints all over it.
Post-match, Mourinho praised the squad’s intensity and focus. “We played with purpose. That’s what I demand,” he said. His return has already lifted the mood around the club, with fans chanting his name throughout the match.
This win puts Benfica top of the table, ahead of Porto and Sporting. Mourinho’s arrival has also sparked renewed interest in the league, with broadcasters reporting a spike in viewership.
For AFS, the defeat was expected but still disappointing. They failed to register a shot on target and struggled to contain Benfica’s midfield press.
Mourinho’s return to Portugal feels like a homecoming. After stints at Chelsea, Real Madrid, and Roma, he’s back where it all began. And if this performance is anything to go by, Benfica could be in for a special season.
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