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Mourinho Stands by Pavlidis After Missed Penalty in Benfica's Loss to Juventus

Published January 22, 2026, 09:36

José Mourinho, coach of Benfica, expressed his disappointment with his team's 2-0 defeat to Juventus in the Champions League, despite a good performance. He emphasized that his team played very well, but Pavlidis's missed penalty and their inability to capitalize on opportunities in the final minutes led to the loss. Mourinho defended Pavlidis, highlighting his hard work for the team. He also acknowledged Juventus's speed and strength on the counter-attack. Finally, he commented on the upcoming match against Real Madrid, stating that as long as there is a mathematical chance of qualifying, the team will continue to fight. Benfica, according to Mourinho, will always give their all regardless of the goals.