José Mourinho doesn't hide his satisfaction with the evening in Lisbon. Speaking to Prime, the Benfica coach called the victory against Napoli "deserved" and praised his players' work: "We played an extraordinary match," he explained, emphasizing that the victory was the result of intense preparation and a focused team. While some might note that Napoli weren't at their best, Mourinho emphasized the quality of the Portuguese performance, which managed every phase of the match with clarity and aggression.
The coach also emphasized the importance of the result in the standings, especially after the home defeat against Qarabag: "The schedule is complicated, but winning today was crucial," he commented, noting how the team responded in the best possible way to a difficult match. Mourinho thus painted a picture of a night in which Benfica not only defeated a prestigious opponent, but also demonstrated their ability to compete at the highest level in the Champions League, strengthening their confidence and points in a far from easy group.
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