"Mourinho's longevity and ability to land another big job just when the last one appeared to take him to the end of the road means that you can never quite be certain what will happen next with the 62-year-old. But with his surprise return to Benfica earlier this month, preceding what many expected to be a move into international management with Portugal after the 2026 FIFA World Cup,"
"FC Porto was the club with whom Mourinho made his name, winning six major trophies, including the Champions League and UEFA Cup, but it was at Chelsea that he announced himself to the world by telling anyone prepared to listen that he was a "Special One." "Please don't call me arrogant," Mourinho said in his first press conference as Chelsea manager in July 2004. "But I'm European champion and I think I'm a special one.""
Jose Mourinho might not be as special anymore, but he will command center stage when he walks out at Stamford Bridge. His longevity and ability to land another big job after apparent decline mean his future remains uncertain. His surprise return to Benfica precedes an expected move into international management with Portugal after the 2026 World Cup. The Champions League clash with his former club on matchday 2 has the feel of a curtain call in front of devoted supporters. Mourinho made his name at FC Porto, winning six major trophies, and announced himself at Chelsea by calling himself a "Special One." His career has attracted praise and criticism, yet his two Chelsea spells delivered Premier League titles.
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