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Mourinho Dismisses Real Madrid Rumors as 'Soap Opera'
1/20/2026
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- José Mourinho, Benfica coach, dismissed Real Madrid return rumors as "soap opera" speculation after Benfica's 2-0 win over Rio Ave.
- Mourinho stated, "Don't count on me for soap operas," signaling his disinterest in such narratives.
- Real Madrid replaced Xabi Alonso with Álvaro Arbeloa after a brief tenure.
- Benfica is third in the Primeira Liga and will face Juventus in the Champions League before hosting Real Madrid on January 28.
