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Real Sociedad manager praises Mourinho's revamped Real Madrid ahead of clash

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Aug 25, 2026, 1:35 PM

Last updated Aug 25, 2026

Real Sociedad manager praises Mourinho's revamped Real Madrid ahead of clash

Summary

Real Sociedad will visit Real Madrid tomorrow for their La Liga match, marking Jose Mourinho's second game in charge this season. The Madrid team is coming off a late 2-1 victory against Espanyol, while Sociedad’s manager Pellegrino Matarazzo has expressed admiration for the structural changes Mourinho has implemented. Matarazzo highlighted the team's increased intensity in pressing and clear attacking strategies, particularly concerning integrating star players like Kylian Mbappé and Jude Bellingham. Sociedad aims to capitalize on their strengths in this challenging matchup.

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Key Details

•Real Madrid defeated Espanyol 2-1 in their season opener.
•Mourinho's approach has introduced a new structure and intensity to the team.
•Sociedad believes in their quality heading into the match at the Bernabeu.
•The match is critical for both teams as La Liga progresses.

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1:35 PMYahoo Sports — Real Sociedad boss impressed by Mourinho’s new-look Real Madrid: ‘You can clearly see a different structure’

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Real Sociedad are set to visit the Spanish capital tomorrow to take on Real Madrid in what will be Jose Mourinho’s second La Liga game this season.Los Blancos secured a late 2-1 victory over Espanyo...
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