06.10.2025 13:21
Jose Mourinho's failure to meet expectations in his first five matches after taking over Benfica has sparked discussions in Portugal. Under Mourinho's management, Benfica managed to secure only 2 victories and ended the recent Porto derby in a goalless draw. Benfica fans bombarded the coach with criticism on social media, stating that Mourinho is not suitable for the team.
After taking over Benfica, Jose Mourinho, who failed to meet expectations in his first 5 matches, became the center of discussions in Portugal. Under the experienced coach's management, Benfica could only achieve 2 victories, and most recently, they ended the Porto derby in a goalless draw.
CRITICISM RAINING DOWN ON MOURINHO
In the 8th week of the Portuguese Premier League, Benfica drew 0-0 away against Porto. While neither team could establish dominance in the match, Benfica fans bombarded the experienced coach with criticism on social media, stating "Mourinho is not suitable for this team."
PORTO MAINTAINED LEADERSHIP, BENFICA LAGGED BEHIND
After the draw, Porto continued to lead the league with 22 points, despite experiencing their first points drop of the season. Mourinho's team, Benfica, entered the national break in 3rd place with 18 points. The stagnant football of the team in recent weeks has pushed the patience of the Benfica community to its limits.
MOURINHO'S PERFORMANCE AT BENFICA
Here are the results of Benfica's first 5 matches under Jose Mourinho:
- Benfica 3-0 AVS
- Benfica 1-1 Rio Ave
- Benfica 2-1 Gil Vicente
- Benfica 0-1 Chelsea
- Benfica 0-0 Porto
In total, Benfica has achieved 2 victories, 2 draws, and 1 defeat in 5 matches, scoring only 6 goals while conceding 3.
THE PORTO DERBY WAS THE LAST STRAW
The draw away at Porto was the last straw for the impatient Benfica fans. After the match, thousands of posts were made on social media, and comments like "the Mourinho era may end early" became a hot topic.