This Thursday the gala of Thinking Football Summit Awardswhere José Mourinho, Jorge Mendes and Paulo Futre, among others, have been recognized for their successful football-related careers.
The awards ceremony was conducted by Pedro Pinto, president of the Portuguese League. The top leader of the competition ensured that the country prides itself on having “a the best in the world“.
As for the Portuguese coach, formerly of teams such as Real Madrid, Manchester United, Chelsea or Porto itself, the city’s team that hosted the event, he did not hesitate to mention some of the most memorable moments of his career.
“I said it was”The special one‘ when I arrived at Chelsea to clarify doubts. He had been Champions League champion with Porto, with nine Portuguese players in the eleven, two days earlier!” he exclaimed.
“In any country it would be something gigantic. There were doubts and they no longer have them. If I managed to pave the way for other professionals who can reach major European championships, I’m happy.”
