Mourinho: Going back to Stamford Bridge is like going home, that s where I won three Premier League titles

Mourinho is about to lead Benfica back to Stamford Bridge and face his old owner Chelsea. The coach admitted that returning to West London again means a lot for him because he has a deep history there.

Mourinho recalled that even his family had deep feelings for the stadium. He mentioned the scene of his son watching the game at his home in London and described Stamford Bridge as a place that deeply touched him: "When we were there, we could only know the outcome of the game by hearing the clamor of the stadium. Going back to Stamford Bridge is like going home. That's where I won three Premier League titles. I'm part of Chelsea's history, and Chelsea is part of my history."

Mourinho's connection with Chelsea is indescribable. During his two coaching sessions, he led the team to three Premier League titles and other domestic cup championships, becoming a key figure in shaping the club's modern identity.

Now in charge of Benfica, Mourinho made it clear that emotions will not affect his focus on the game: "This is football. They will want to win, and I want to win, but in the game I will forget all of this and focus on competition."

Benfica hopes to get points after a difficult start to the Champions League group stage. A positive result in London will enhance their chances of advancing. This is a unique personal test for Mourinho.

His return will undoubtedly stir up emotions in the stands, but the coach has made the priority clear: nostalgia aside, his only goal is to win Benfica. Maybe after the game, I can take a few more selfies with Chelsea fans.