Mourinho discusses Real Madrid's strengths ahead of Atletico derby
2 sources • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 19, 2026, 2:26 PM
Last updated Sep 19, 2026
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho emphasized his team's physical and mental resilience as they prepare for the La Liga derby against Atletico Madrid on Sunday. Los Blancos are three points behind league leaders Barcelona, having secured five wins and one loss so far this season. Mourinho expressed confidence in his squad, highlighting their unity and strength as key factors moving forward. Atletico coach Diego Simeone confirmed that striker Julian Alvarez, recovering from a muscle issue, would be part of the squad for the match. Both coaches acknowledged the significance of the derby in the context of their rivalry.
- •Real Madrid trails Barcelona by three points ahead of the derby.
- •Mourinho praised his team's commitment and mental strength.
- •Julian Alvarez is fit to return for Atletico Madrid.
- •Mourinho downplayed the importance of past derby records.
- •Both coaches respect each other's contributions to their teams.
- 2:26 PMYahoo Sports — Mourinho hails Real Madrid grit before Atletico derby clash
- 2:25 PMYahoo Sports — Mourinho talks Vinicius, Tchouameni, Simeone, Barcelona, referees ahead of Atletico vs Real Madrid
"Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho highlighted his team's physical and mental strength ahead of Sunday's La Liga derby clash against Atletico Madrid.Atletico coach Diego Simeone said striker Julian Alvarez was fit after a muscle problem and would form part of the squad.
"Jose Mourinho will face the biggest test of his second stint as Real Madrid tomorrow when his team faces off against Atletico Madrid in the Madrileno derby at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.Los Blancos ...
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External links- Yahoo SportsSep 19, 2026, 2:26 PMMourinho hails Real Madrid grit before Atletico derby clash
Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho highlighted his team's physical and mental strength ahead of Sunday's La Liga derby clash against Atletico Madrid.Atletico coach Diego Simeone said striker Julian Alvarez was fit after a muscle problem and would form part of the squad.
- Yahoo SportsSep 19, 2026, 2:25 PMMourinho talks Vinicius, Tchouameni, Simeone, Barcelona, referees ahead of Atletico vs Real Madrid
Jose Mourinho will face the biggest test of his second stint as Real Madrid tomorrow when his team faces off against Atletico Madrid in the Madrileno derby at the Riyadh Air Metropolitano.Los Blancos ...
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