Jose Mourinho's Benfica Completes Unbeaten Season but Misses UCL Qualification
'Invincibles' But No UCL? Jose Mourinho's Benfica Go Undefeated Yet Lose Out
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Jose Mourinho's Benfica finished the Primeira Liga 2025/26 season unbeaten with a record of 23 wins and 11 draws, totaling 80 points. However, they placed third in the league, missing out on UEFA Champions League qualification, while FC Porto and Sporting CP secured the top spots. Mourinho may be heading back to Real Madrid amid speculation.
- 01Benfica's unbeaten season included 23 wins and 11 draws, but they finished eight points behind champions FC Porto.
- 02Despite their strong performance, Benfica will compete in the UEFA Europa League next season due to their third-place finish.
- 03Jose Mourinho's tenure at Benfica may be short-lived as he is reportedly in advanced negotiations to return to Real Madrid.
- 04Mourinho's previous spell at Real Madrid from 2010 to 2013 was marked by a record-setting 100-point season.
- 05Benfica's final match of the season was a 3-1 victory against Estoril.
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Jose Mourinho has led Benfica to an unprecedented unbeaten season in the Primeira Liga 2025/26, finishing with 23 wins and 11 draws, amassing a total of 80 points. However, despite this remarkable achievement, Benfica ended up in third place, eight points behind champions FC Porto and two points behind second-placed Sporting CP. This outcome means Benfica will not participate in the UEFA Champions League next season, instead settling for the UEFA Europa League. The irony of their unbeaten campaign is not lost, as only the top two teams qualify for the Champions League, highlighting the brutal nature of Portugal's qualification structure. Meanwhile, speculation is rife that Mourinho may soon return to Real Madrid, where he previously enjoyed significant success. Reports suggest that he is in advanced negotiations to take over, following a disappointing season for Madrid, which saw them fail to secure any major trophies. Mourinho’s potential return could mark a new chapter in his storied career.
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Benfica's failure to qualify for the Champions League could affect the club's finances and player recruitment for the upcoming season.
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