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Jose Mourinho

Also known as: José vs. Mourinho · Jose Mourino

Manager of Real Madrid in his second spell, having won his opening matches against Espanyol and Sociedad in August 2026.

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In coverage

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  1. September 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    Jose Mourinho’s side appeared comfortable at halftime despite Elche enjoying plenty of possession, but the game became increasingly disjointed after the break.

    Espi winner rescues Real Madrid
  3. Joy Online

    Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho has compared Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr to fruit trees in defending the pair after they were booed by their own fans this week.

    Mourinho compares Mbappe and Vini Jr to fruit trees after boos
  4. Joy Online

    The France captain, 27, opened the scoring for Jose Mourinho’s side with a clinical 14th-minute finish from just inside the box – his 71st goal in 99 appearances in the competition.

    Mbappe goes joint-fifth in the list as real Madrid beat Inter Milan
  5. The Ghanaian Times

    Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho, said ‌he was not feeling any added pressure to win the Champions League in his second spell at the club ahead of their opener against Serie A champions Inter Milan today at the Santiago Bernabeu.

    Mourinho not feeling pressure to win Champions League ..as Madrid face Inter today
  6. The Ghanaian Times

    José Mourinho said he couldn’t explain Real Madrid’s 1-0 defeat at Real Betis on Friday, in the coach’s first loss since returning to LaLiga.

    I can’t explain shock Real Madrid loss at Betis –Mourinho
  7. August 2026
  8. Joy Online

    Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho has raised concerns about the impact of September’s three-week international break, highlighting how much time his players will be away from the club.

    Three-week international break a concern – Mourinho
  9. Joy Online

    England midfielder Jude Bellingham scored a stylish goal to help Real Madrid beat Malaga in La Liga as returning boss Jose Mourinho racked up a third win in a row.

    Bellingham scores as Mourinho’s Real win again
  10. The Ghanaian Times

    Kylian Mbappe scored a brilliant hat-trick to help Real Madrid thrash Real Sociedad 4-1 in La Liga in Jose Mourinho’s first home match back at the Santiago Bernabeu as the club’s coach.

    Mbappe hat-trick fires Real Madrid pass Sociedad
  11. Joy Online

    Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick to ensure Jose Mourinho enjoyed a winning return to the Bernabeu as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad in La Liga.

    Mourinho says hat-trick hero Mbappe hungry for Real Madrid history
  12. Joy Online

    Real Madrid boss Jose Mourinho says Vinicius Jr needs “great emotional control” after claiming the winger is being bullied on the pitch.

    Mourinho urges Vinicius Jr to control emotions

Today

  1. Real Madrid wins 3-2 at Elche with stoppage-time goal

    Real Madrid came from level at 2-2 to beat Elche 3-2 in stoppage time through a Carlos Espi goal, moving level with Barcelona at the top of LaLiga.

    11 hours ago · The Ghanaian Times

Saturday 12 September

  1. Mourinho defends Mbappe and Vinicius Jr after fan boos

    Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho compared Kylian Mbappe and Vinicius Jr to fruit trees in their defence after both players were booed by home fans at the Bernabeu this week, saying their achievements and statistics speak for themselves despite criticism over their defensive work.

    12 September 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 8 September

  1. Mbappe scores as Real Madrid beat Inter Milan

    Kylian Mbappe opened the scoring in Real Madrid's victory over Inter Milan, moving joint-fifth on the all-time Champions League and European Cup goalscorers list with 71 goals in 99 appearances.

    8 September 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Mourinho says no added pressure ahead of Inter Champions League match

    Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho said he is not feeling added pressure to win the Champions League in his second spell at the club ahead of their opener against Inter Milan today. Mourinho stated that his current spell has nothing to do with his first stint, when the Champions League eluded him, and that Real Madrid need to reach stability to achieve something great.

    8 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 7 September

  1. Real Madrid loses 1-0 to Betis in Mourinho's first LaLiga loss

    Real Madrid suffered a 1-0 defeat at Real Betis on Friday, with Mourinho saying he couldn't explain the result after his team dominated the match with eight shots on target. The loss marked Madrid's first defeat in their first four league games since 2014-15, and came despite Carlos Espí having an equaliser disallowed for offside and Kylian Mbappé's penalty being saved.

    7 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Monday 31 August

  1. Mourinho warns of three-week international break impact

    Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho expressed concern about September's extended three-week international break, particularly about players joining national teams but not receiving playing time. The break, part of FIFA's revised international calendar for the 2026-27 season, will replace the traditional separate September and October breaks, allowing countries to play four international matches instead of two.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Bellingham scores as Mourinho's Real Madrid beat Malaga

    England midfielder Jude Bellingham scored in the 19th minute to help Real Madrid defeat Malaga 4-0 in La Liga, extending Jose Mourinho's winning streak to three consecutive victories. Bellingham's goal came after he dribbled past three defenders from 35 yards out, and he was involved in Real's second goal as well.

    31 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 28 August

  1. Mbappe hat-trick leads Real Madrid to 4-1 victory over Sociedad

    Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid thrashed Real Sociedad 4-1 in La Liga under Jose Mourinho's first home match as coach, with Vinicius Junior also scoring and Jude Bellingham providing two assists.

    28 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

Wednesday 26 August

  1. Mbappe hat-trick marks Mourinho's winning return to Real Madrid

    Kylian Mbappe scored a hat-trick as Real Madrid beat Real Sociedad in La Liga, marking Jose Mourinho's second match in his second stint as coach. Mourinho has won his first two matches in charge, beginning with a 2-1 victory at Espanyol.

    26 August 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 23 August

  1. Mourinho tells Vinicius Jr to control emotions under pitch pressure

    Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho says winger Vinicius Jr is being bullied on the pitch and needs "great emotional control," after the Brazilian received a yellow card in a 2–1 La Liga win over Espanyol for an argument with an opponent. Mourinho claims opposing players target Vinicius Jr to provoke reactions from the first minute and that this pattern is repeated across all teams.

    23 August 2026 · Joy Online

  2. Mourinho's Real Madrid return ends with 90th-minute winner

    Jose Mourinho's first competitive match of his second spell as Real Madrid manager ended with a thrilling 90th-minute winner from debutant Carlos Espi against Espanyol, after Jude Bellingham had given Real an early lead but Espanyol equalized in the 30th minute.

    23 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 20 August

  1. Mourinho persuaded Vinicius Jr to stay at Real Madrid

    Jose Mourinho told Vinicius Jr it was "not worth" leaving Real Madrid, and the Brazilian signed a six-year contract with the club after entering the final 12 months of his previous deal. Mourinho, appointed to a second stint as Real manager in June, said he advised Vinicius that he would only understand Real Madrid's value once he left it.

    20 August 2026 · The Chronicle

Tuesday 11 August

  1. Mourinho says he agreed then declined Manchester United job in 2013

    José Mourinho has revealed in a Netflix documentary that he initially agreed to replace Sir Alex Ferguson as Manchester United manager in 2013, before changing his mind and returning to Chelsea instead. Ferguson, who recommended David Moyes as his successor, confirmed Mourinho was offered the position but called him in tears to explain he had committed to Chelsea and did not want to break his promise.

    11 August 2026 · Daily Guide

Sunday 9 August

  1. Mourinho confirms 2013 Manchester United agreement before Chelsea return

    Jose Mourinho has confirmed he agreed to replace Sir Alex Ferguson at Manchester United in 2013, but changed his mind within hours to rejoin Chelsea instead, citing his commitment to the club and need to feel loved after leaving Real Madrid.

    9 August 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 7 August

  1. Real Madrid sign Ivorian winger Diomande from Leipzig for £120m

    Real Madrid have signed 19-year-old Ivorian winger Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig for a fee worth up to £120m on a seven-year contract. If the full fee is paid, Diomande would become the fourth most expensive player in history and the most expensive African player.

    7 August 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Yan Diomande joins Real Madrid on seven-year deal

    Real Madrid have signed 19-year-old Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig on a seven-year contract. According to ESPN, Madrid will pay €125 million plus up to €15 million in bonuses, potentially making it a record transfer for the club.

    7 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  3. Barcelona, Real Madrid pursue Manchester City midfielder Rodri

    Barcelona has obtained approval from Rodri to open contract negotiations with Manchester City, joining Real Madrid's long-standing interest in the 30-year-old midfielder, who is in the final year of his deal at City and currently recovering from back surgery.

    7 August 2026 · The Chronicle

  4. Vinicius Jr extends Real Madrid contract until 2032

    Brazil winger Vinicius Jr has agreed a new six-year contract with Real Madrid keeping him at the club until 30 June 2032, ending speculation over a potential move to Arsenal.

    7 August 2026 · Joy Online

Thursday 6 August

  1. Real Madrid sign Diomande from Leipzig for up to £120m

    Real Madrid have signed 19-year-old Ivory Coast winger Yan Diomande from RB Leipzig for a fee worth up to £120m on a seven-year contract. If the full amount is paid, Diomande would become the most expensive African player and the fourth most expensive player in history.

    6 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 5 August

  1. Real Madrid offer Vinicius Jr improved contract as Arsenal waits

    Real Madrid have made Vinicius Jr an improved contract offer to keep the 26-year-old Brazil winger, who has entered the final 12 months of his current deal and has attracted interest from Arsenal. The club expects a response within hours.

    5 August 2026 · Joy Online

Monday 3 August

  1. Real Madrid to resume Vinicius Jr contract talks

    Vinicius Jr is set to resume contract negotiations with Real Madrid this week as Arsenal maintain interest in the Brazilian forward. Real Madrid is pushing for an agreement before the transfer window closes, with Vinicius's current deal running until 2027.

    3 August 2026 · Joy Online

Wednesday 22 July

  1. English referee Anthony Taylor retires after 20-year career

    Anthony Taylor, 47, has announced his immediate retirement from refereeing after 20 years spanning 831 matches, citing intense pressure and constant scrutiny as contributing factors. His final match was Spain's 1-0 World Cup win over Portugal on 6 July.

    22 July 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. English referee Anthony Taylor retires after 20-year career

    Anthony Taylor, 47, has announced his immediate retirement from refereeing after a 20-year career spanning 831 matches, citing the intense pressure and constant scrutiny of elite-level officiating. Taylor officiated 432 Premier League matches, every major domestic cup final, and 163 international matches across 14 years on Fifa's list, with his final match being Spain's 1-0 World Cup win over Portugal on 6 July.

    22 July 2026 · Joy Online

Tuesday 7 July

  1. Fulham appoint former Real Madrid boss Arbeloa as manager

    Fulham have appointed Alvaro Arbeloa, 43, as their new manager on a three-year contract, succeeding Marco Silva who joined Benfica. Arbeloa, who previously managed Real Madrid, received strong references from Real Madrid president Florentino Perez and manager Jose Mourinho.

    7 July 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 5 July

  1. Real Madrid signs Dumfries from Inter Milan for four years

    Real Madrid have signed Netherlands full-back Denzel Dumfries from Inter Milan on a four-year deal, reportedly activating his 20m-euro release clause. The 30-year-old is Real's fourth summer signing and will provide competition to Trent Alexander-Arnold.

    5 July 2026 · Joy Online

Sunday 28 June

  1. Sunderland rejects £8m Chelsea bid for Xhaka

    Sunderland have rejected an £8m offer from Chelsea for midfielder Granit Xhaka, saying the 33-year-old is not for sale. The Switzerland international, under contract until 2028, played a key role in Sunderland's Europa League qualification last season.

    28 June 2026 · Joy Online

Friday 19 June

  1. Ibrahima Konate joins Real Madrid on four-year deal

    France centre-back Ibrahima Konate is leaving Liverpool on a free transfer and has agreed to join Real Madrid on a four-year contract until June 2030. The 27-year-old made 183 appearances for Liverpool and won the Premier League, FA Cup, and two League Cups before departing.

    19 June 2026 · Daily Guide

  2. Coca-Cola launches FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in Ghana

    Coca-Cola has launched its "Feel It All" FIFA World Cup 2026 campaign in Ghana with fan engagement activities, watch parties and entertainment events centred on Ghana's participation in the tournament. The campaign will be activated across all three of Ghana's group-stage matches.

    19 June 2026 · The Chronicle

  3. Real Madrid sign Konate from Liverpool on free transfer

    Real Madrid have signed France defender Ibrahima Konate on a free transfer from Liverpool on a deal until June 2030. The 27-year-old centre back, currently at the World Cup, becomes one of Jose Mourinho's first signings since returning to the club.

    19 June 2026 · The Ghanaian Times

  4. Coca-Cola launches World Cup 26 campaign with Ghana Watch Party

    Coca-Cola officially launched its FIFA World Cup 26 campaign, "Feel It All," in Ghana with a Watch Party for Ghana's opening match against Panama at Ghud Park, Accra Mall. The campaign will activate all three of Ghana's group stage matches through high-energy Watch Party experiences for fans.

    19 June 2026 · Joy Online

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