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Puyol comments on Mourinho’s return as Real Madrid manager

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 18, 2026, 6:20 PM

Last updated Aug 18, 2026

Puyol comments on Mourinho’s return as Real Madrid manager

Summary

Carles Puyol discussed the impact of Jose Mourinho's return to Real Madrid during a video conference on August 18, 2026. Puyol believes that Mourinho’s tactical expertise can make Real Madrid a stronger team this season. Despite this, he expressed confidence in Barcelona's capabilities, particularly with the recent signing of Rodri, which may enhance their chances for another La Liga title. Puyol's remarks highlight the renewed rivalry dynamics in Spanish football ahead of the upcoming season.

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•Puyol acknowledges Mourinho's return could make Real Madrid stronger.
•Barcelona aims for another La Liga title with Rodri's addition.
•Puyol reflects on past rivalries from the Guardiola-Mourinho era.
•The comments were made during an ESPN-organized video conference.

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6:20 PMYahoo Sports — Barcelona legend Puyol wary of Mourinho’s Real Madrid: ‘With him, they can be even stronger’

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Former Barcelona captain Carles Puyol has conceded that the return of Jose Mourinho to the Santiago Bernabeu could make Real Madrid a significantly more formidable opponent this season. However, the l...
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