Jose Mourinho denies feeling added pressure to deliver Champions League glory on Real Madrid return

Jose Mourinho, the new Real Madrid manager, insists he is not under any extra pressure to secure the Champions League title during his second spell at the Spanish club. Despite the 2024 European championship remaining the only major trophy Mourinho failed to win during his first tenure, the Portuguese coach clarifies that the two stints are distinct.

In 2013, when he departed Real Madrid, the team achieved their best-ever performances in the competition, reaching the semi-finals. Since then, Real Madrid has claimed six Champions League titles in under a decade.

Mourinho emphasizes the importance of stability and structure as Real Madrid prepares to face Inter Milan in their opening match of the new season. The manager reiterates that his focus is on winning every game, highlighting the team's desire to achieve greatness regardless of the competition. However, there are concerns regarding the dressing room atmosphere following a 1-0 defeat against Real Betis in La Liga.

Kylian Mbappe, the star French forward, remains unimpressed by questions about the team's internal environment, asserting that things are unchanged from the previous season.