Mourinho finds Real Madrid dressing room eager to win, says players immaculate

Real Madrid manager Jose Mourinho says he has found a dressing room that really wants to win and is very open to common sense, adding that he hasn’t had any chance to be the aggressive leader he can be because the players’ behaviour has been immaculate. Mourinho returned to the Santiago Bernabeu for a second stint, 13 years after his first spell, and noted that last season ended trophyless amid reports of clashes between several players in training, which led to Xabi Alonso and Alvaro Arbeloa losing their jobs.

For Nigerian fans of Los Blancos, the insight suggests a more harmonious squad that could translate into better on‑field performances this LaLiga campaign. With the team preparing to open the season away to Espanyol on Saturday, the internal mood may influence early results and affect expectations for betting, fantasy leagues, or simply match‑day enthusiasm.

Mourinho’s remarks indicate he will likely adopt a calmer approach, relying on the squad’s professionalism rather than his usual confrontational style. Fans can watch the Espanyol clash to see if the promised unity delivers results, and consider how a stable dressing room might influence Madrid’s chances in both domestic and European competitions this season.

SOURCE: https://dailypost.ng/2026/08/21/laliga-what-i-found-in-real-madrid-dressing-room-mourinho/