Mourinho appointed at Benfica as he returns to Portugal

Mourinho will soon face reunions against former sides Chelsea and Porto, in the Champions League on September 30 and in the Primeira Liga on October 5 respectively...
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Portuguese coach Jose Mourinho has been appointed by Benfica, marking his return to his homeland's football scene 21 years after leaving Porto for Chelsea. The 62-year-old signed a contract through the 2026/27 season.
- Mourinho was previously sacked by Fenerbahce in August after a Champions League play-off loss to Benfica.
- Benfica fired coach Bruno Lage after a shocking Champions League defeat to Qarabag.
- Mourinho first coached Benfica for just 11 matches in September 2000 before famously leading rival Porto to a Champions League title in 2004.
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