Mourinho Praises Real Madrid’s Effort in Fiorentina Pre-season Draw
Jose Mourinho expressed admiration for the dedication and performance of Real Madrid’s players following a closely contested 2-2 pre-season draw against Fiorentina. The Portuguese coach has conveyed his approval of the team’s progress from the outset of their training.
Mourinho characterized the match as showcasing “three faces” of the team, but particularly highlighted the impressive quality displayed by his players during the first half. He noted that the squad had the potential to enter the halftime break with a lead of three or four goals, thanks to their dominant opening phase.
“This is Real Madrid, and we have the players to back that up. As I mentioned to the boys before the game, Real Madrid stands out,” Mourinho stated on the club’s official website. “No matter if it’s a friendly or a training match, we are Real Madrid. Our goal is to evolve while also achieving results that uphold our storied legacy. I had to utilize the players available to me for this match.”
The coach elaborated on his strategic decisions, explaining that he had to pair Trent and Dumfries in a bid to establish a playing dynamic suited to their style. Despite only having one day for preparations leading up to the match, Mourinho emphasized the necessity of organizational work to ensure the team was familiar with their roles on the pitch.
Expressing satisfaction with the players’ diligence since the beginning of their training, Mourinho stated, “I am truly pleased with the efforts of the young men since day one.” This positive feedback highlights both the expectations he has for the squad and the commitment shown by them in the early stages of pre-season preparations.
