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Mourinho to Players: “I Wish You Wouldn’t Sleep at All”

Published January 8, 2026, 11:23
Mourinho to Players: “I Wish You Wouldn’t Sleep at All”

José Mourinho, coach of Benfica, ordered his players to spend the night at the training center after their 3-1 defeat to Braga in the Portuguese League Cup semi-final. Mourinho expressed his disappointment with the team's performance and stated that he wished his players wouldn't sleep at all, so they would have time to think about their mistakes. He also announced that training sessions would be held over the next two days, despite the absence of a match on Saturday, in order to prepare the team for the upcoming game against Porto. Mourinho emphasized the need for dialogue with the players and analysis of the differences between the two halves of the match.