Benfica defeats Mourinho's Chelsea 1-0 in Champions League return

Jose Mourinho received a warm and emotional welcome from Chelsea fans during his return to Stamford Bridge as Benfica manager, highlighting the lasting bond between him and the club where he won three Premier League titles. Despite the affection, Mourinho emphasized that he prioritizes victories over memories, expressing frustration over Benfica's 1-0 loss caused by an own goal from Richard Ríos. This defeat marked Mourinho's first Champions League loss with Benfica and extended his winless streak in visits to Chelsea to seven matches. Mourinho acknowledged Benfica's solid performance and expressed his continued strong desire to win, stating his motivation remains as intense as ever. Chelsea's coach Enzo Maresca praised the team's resilience despite disciplinary issues, noting the challenge of winning with multiple red cards and looking ahead to upcoming matches with renewed belief. The mutual respect between Mourinho and Chelsea fans was evident, with Mourinho hopeful for future visits accompanied by his family, underscoring his deep connection to the club's history.