Jose Mourinho has guided Real Madrid to a dominant 3-0 victory over Valencia, securing an impressive eighth consecutive win across all competitions. The Spanish giants moved level on points with Barcelona at the summit of La Liga following this comprehensive away performance on Saturday. Federico Valverde opened the scoring before Arda Guler continued his fine form with a goal and an assist for Kylian Mbappe, ensuring the visitors remained in peak condition heading into the international break. This result marks a significant turnaround for Mourinho, who faced questions early in his second stint but has now overseen a remarkable run of form.
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Despite the clinical performance on the pitch, the Portuguese tactician showcased his trademark wit when discussing the post-match scenes in the locker room. Mourinho revealed a slight clash in musical tastes with his superstar squad, poking fun at their celebratory playlist. “I see a happy dressing room, with horrible, loud music,” the manager said with a laugh. He added, “When we lose, we enter your chaos, which can then spread to the Madridista environment, to the fans. But in here, we’re calm.”
The victory underscores the stability Mourinho has brought to the club, transforming early-season doubts into a strong title challenge. With Arda Guler finding his rhythm and Mbappe delivering crucial contributions, Real Madrid’s attack is firing on all cylinders. As the team prepares for the international break, the focus remains on maintaining this momentum to pull away from Barcelona in the La Liga standings.
Source: Yahoo Sports
