Benfica held a press conference for the appointment of its new head coach Mourinho, and club president Rui Costa delivered a speech.
"Good afternoon, everyone. Thank you all for being here. As I said after this week's Champions League match, we hoped to finalize the head coach appointment before our next match against Aves this Saturday. And right now, we are gathered here precisely to introduce Benfica's new head coach — Mr. José Mourinho. He needs no further introduction.
I just want to say that after 25 years, we feel deeply proud and honored to welcome back this coach — who is extremely familiar with this place and ranks among the most renowned coaches in world football — to his 'home'.
As I mentioned when asked about the type of coach we were seeking after the match, we wanted to find a championship-winning coach, one with a brilliant record of victories. And in today's football world, it is hard to find anyone with a more impressive resume than the coach who has joined Benfica today.
So, sir, we wish you all the best in the next chapter of your coaching career. May you be as happy in this 'home' as you have been elsewhere, and may you continue the consistent standard of excellent work that has characterized your entire coaching career.
At this moment, having José Mourinho as Benfica's head coach is an honor, a privilege, and above all, a pride for us. All the best. Thank you all."
