Mourinho guides Benfica to unbeaten season but misses league title
José Mourinho led Benfica through an unbeaten league campaign, yet the club finished third in the Primeira Liga. The team achieved 23 wins and 11 draws, closing the season with a 3–1 victory over Estoril Praia. Despite their impressive record, Benfica ended behind FC Porto and Sporting CP in the standings. Mourinho’s future is now the subject of speculation, with reports linking him to a possible return to Real Madrid CF.
Match highlights
- José Mourinho managed Benfica to 34 league matches without defeat, ending the season with 23 wins and 11 draws.
- Benfica finished third in the Primeira Liga with 80 points, behind FC Porto (88 points) and Sporting CP (82 points).
- The club previously went unbeaten in the 1977–78 season but also failed to win the title that year.
- Mourinho is reportedly in advanced talks with Real Madrid CF about a potential return, led by club president Florentino Pérez.
- He joined Benfica on a two-year deal last September and now faces uncertainty about his next move.
