Jose Mourinho talks team progression as Real Madrid secure victory in penultimate pre-season friendly

Jose Mourinho praised the progress of his Real Madrid players ahead of the team's upcoming 2026-27 season as the club secured a victory in their penultimate pre-season friendly match against Deportivo La Coruna. The Frenchman acknowledged the match against the La Liga team as a serious one, stating that it demanded a serious response from his side. Brahim Diaz scored the decisive goal just before halftime, giving the Whites a 1-0 win at Riazor stadium.

Mourinho elaborated on the importance of the match for the team, both in terms of work and results. He emphasized that they will face numerous challenging matches, mainly away from home, where they cannot afford to kill the game. The coach highlighted that the team's growing experience is evident in their performance, with five new signings who are already proving their worth.

Looking ahead to the new season, Mourinho expressed confidence in his players, stating that they are progressing well in all aspects of their preparations. The Portuguese coach expects the team to face increasingly difficult opponents as they prepare for the challenges of La Liga and other summer tournaments.