Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho expressed his satisfaction following a dominant 3-0 victory over Valencia at the Mestalla on Saturday. The result extended the team’s winning streak to eight consecutive matches across all competitions, pulling the Spanish giants level with Barcelona at the top of the La Liga standings. Federico Valverde opened the scoring, while Arda Guler added a goal and an assist for Kylian Mbappe to seal the win.
Following the match, Mourinho offered a rare glimpse into the team’s internal atmosphere, which has remained composed during this successful run. While discussing the positive mood among his players, the Portuguese coach could not resist making a lighthearted remark regarding their post-match celebrations. “I see a happy dressing room, with horrible, loud music,” Mourinho said with a laugh.
The manager emphasized that the squad has maintained a steady focus, even during their recent surge in form. He contrasted the current stability with the potential for instability that can arise when results are poor. “When we lose, we enter your chaos, which can then spread to the Madridista environment, to the fans. But in here, we’re calm,” he noted. Mourinho credited the team’s ability to learn from past setbacks, specifically citing a previous derby defeat to Atletico Madrid as a vital lesson that helped the squad identify and address their weaknesses.
Mourinho, who returned to the Santiago Bernabeu earlier this year, has been working to foster a balanced environment within the club. He stressed his commitment to keeping the players grounded regardless of their recent success. “What makes me happy is that we’ve never had chaos; we’ve always been calm. I will always fight to ensure that in good times, people stay balanced,” the manager added. With the team now heading into the international break on a high note, the focus remains on maintaining this momentum as they continue their pursuit of domestic glory.