Netflix has released the first teaser for its upcoming documentary Mourinho, offering fans an inside look at the remarkable career of one of football’s most successful managers. The series is scheduled for worldwide release on August 11 and promises to explore the achievements, challenges and defining moments that shaped José Mourinho’s journey in professional football.
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The teaser opens inside Mourinho’s personal trophy room, where he reflects on two decades of success at the highest level of the game. The collection includes major football trophies, boots signed by Diego Maradona and Cristiano Ronaldo’s first professional shirt. Mourinho also recalls winning titles consistently between 2003 and 2022, highlighting the achievements that built his legendary reputation.
The documentary also revisits Mourinho’s famous arrival at Chelsea in 2004, when he earned the nickname “The Special One” after his confident introduction to English football. Through personal stories and behind-the-scenes footage, the series explores how his bold personality and winning mentality transformed him into one of the sport’s most recognised and influential managers.
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Filmed over two years, the documentary follows Mourinho’s career from his breakthrough success with Porto to memorable spells at Chelsea, Inter Milan and Real Madrid. It also covers his later managerial roles at Manchester United, Tottenham Hotspur, Roma, Fenerbahçe and Benfica, providing a comprehensive look at his impact across European football.
Several football legends, including Didier Drogba, Frank Lampard, John Terry, Iker Casillas, Alex Ferguson and Zlatan Ibrahimović, appear throughout the documentary to share their experiences of working with Mourinho. The series arrives as he begins his second spell as Real Madrid manager, adding fresh interest to a story that celebrates one of football’s most accomplished coaching careers