In Madrid, with the derby against Atlético approaching, José Mourinho has framed Real Madrid’s title pursuit as a test of endurance rather than a race decided in a single stretch of the season. The Portuguese coach believes the squad have both the individual quality and the collective resolve required to remain in the LaLiga contest until its closing weeks.
A long road through LaLiga
Speaking before the meeting with Atlético de Madrid, Mourinho stressed that the Spanish title race still has many turns ahead. His message was that changing results and difficult fixtures are inevitable over a campaign of this length, but Real Madrid intend to stay among the contenders.
- Mourinho expects Real Madrid to challenge for the championship deep into the season.
- He identified the unity of the group as a major asset alongside the talent in the squad.
- The Atlético derby arrives with many LaLiga rounds still to be played.
- Maintaining consistency will be essential if Madrid are to reach the final phase with title hopes intact.
The value of the collective
Mourinho said the strength of the team extends beyond its technical ability. “This side has quality, but it also has a strength that means a great deal to me: the power of the group,” he said when asked about Madrid’s prospects.
For the former Real Madrid manager, the league should be viewed as a marathon. “A championship is not always a clear highway without obstacles, but we will be there,” he said.
The remarks underline his confidence that setbacks during the calendar need not remove Real Madrid from the fight, provided the group preserve their regularity through the demanding months ahead.
