José Mourinho
José Mourinho: The Special One
José Mourinho is a Portuguese professional football manager and former player who is the head coach of Serie A club Roma. Widely considered one of the greatest managers of all time, he is known for his tactical innovations, his man-management skills, and his ability to win trophies.
Mourinho was born in Setúbal, Portugal, on January 26, 1963. He began his playing career in 1980 with CF Os Belenenses, and he went on to play for several other Portuguese clubs, including Sporting CP and FC Porto. He also played for Spanish club FC Barcelona. Mourinho retired from playing in 1989 due to a knee injury.
Mourinho began his coaching career in 1990, working as an assistant coach for CF Os Belenenses. He was appointed head coach of the club in 1992, and he led the team to promotion to the Primeira Liga, the top division of Portuguese football. Mourinho then moved to FC Porto, where he won two Primeira Liga titles, one UEFA Champions League title, and one UEFA Cup title.
In 2004, Mourinho was appointed manager of Chelsea. He led the club to two Premier League titles, one FA Cup title, and one League Cup title. He also led Chelsea to the semifinals of the UEFA Champions League in 2005 and 2007.
In 2008, Mourinho was appointed manager of Inter Milan. He led the club to two Serie A titles, one Coppa Italia title, and one UEFA Champions League title. He also led Inter to the semifinals of the FIFA Club World Cup in 2010.
In 2010, Mourinho was appointed manager of Real Madrid. He led the club to one La Liga title, one Copa del Rey title, and one Spanish Super Cup title. He also led Real Madrid to the semifinals of the UEFA Champions League in 2011 and 2012.
In 2013, Mourinho was appointed manager of Chelsea for a second time. He led the club to another Premier League title and League Cup title. He also led Chelsea to the semifinals of the UEFA Champions League in 2014.
In 2015, Mourinho was appointed manager of Manchester United. He led the club to one EFL Cup title and one UEFA Europa League title. He also led Manchester United to the semifinals of the FA Cup in 2017.
In 2018, Mourinho was appointed manager of Tottenham Hotspur. He was sacked by the club in April 2021.
In 2021, Mourinho was appointed manager of Roma. He led the club to victory in the UEFA Europa Conference League in 2022.
Mourinho is one of the most successful managers in football history. He has won a total of 26 trophies in his career, including five league titles, two UEFA Champions League titles, and two UEFA Europa League titles. He has been named FIFA's World Coach of the Year twice, in 2004 and 2010.
Mourinho is known for his outspoken personality and his controversial comments. He has been involved in several high-profile feuds with other managers and players. He is also known for his tactical innovations, such as his use of the 4-2-3-1 formation and his emphasis on defensive solidity.
Mourinho is a complex and fascinating figure. He is a brilliant manager who has achieved great success, but he is also a controversial figure who has been involved in several high-profile feuds. He is a polarizing figure who is either loved or hated, but there is no doubt that he is one of the most influential managers in football history.
