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Mourinho faces challenges at Real Madrid in UEFA Champions League bid

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 12, 2026, 9:00 AM

Last updated Jul 12, 2026

Mourinho faces challenges at Real Madrid in UEFA Champions League bid

Summary

Jose Mourinho begins his second term as Real Madrid manager amid high expectations. The team faces challenges related to tactical balance, injury management, and the integration of star players Vinicius Jr. and Kylian Mbappe. Last season, Real Madrid endured 57 injuries, disrupting their campaign and prompting a restructuring of the medical department. Mourinho must develop both a cohesive tactical framework and a strategy for maintaining player fitness as the team competes in La Liga and the Champions League.

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•Mourinho returns to Real Madrid amid high expectations.
•The team struggled with tactical imbalance and injuries last season.
•Real Madrid suffered 57 injuries, complicating their campaign.
•Key players Vinicius Jr. and Kylian Mbappe need better integration.
•Mourinho seeks to establish coherence and player fitness.

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Forget the grand unveilings and the promises that usually accompany a managerial appointment at Real Madrid, as Jose Mourinho’s return is not about sentiment. Rather, it is about finding answers to...
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