First in history! Mourinho becomes the first coach to lead seven teams in the Champions League knockout stages.

February 16, 2026 8:03 PM

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At 4:00 AM Beijing time on February 18th, the first leg of the Champions League Round of 16 play-offs will see Benfica host Real Madrid, with Mourinho facing his former club. He will also become the first coach to lead seven teams in the Champions League knockout stage.

February 16th - According to statistics, Mourinho will become the first coach to lead seven teams in the Champions League knockout stage.

Previously, Mourinho led Porto,Inter Milan, Real Madrid,They have played in the Champions League knockout stages. On this list, Ancelotti has 6 teams in second place, Ranieri has 5 in third, and Emery has 4 in fourth.

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