Source: Live broadcast
Live on October 1st, Benfica lost to Chelsea 0-1 in the second round of the Champions League. In the interview after the game, Mourinho talked about the feeling of joining Benfica. He revealed that Real Madrid President florentino was one of the first people to congratulate him.
Mourinho said: "After leaving Fenerbahce, I originally lived at home and never thought of going to Portugal and Benfica. This return is not due to family factors, because my family is all in London. I accepted Benfica's invitation purely because it was Benfica. Florentino sent me a message saying: 'I'm very happy you're back at a club that matches your level'."