The Portuguese mentor gave respect to Real Betis, who he believes were able to put a great show of football against Madrid.
Mourinho admired the game play and spirit of Betis and stated that they performed brilliantly during the match on Saturday.
The former http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Inter-c39567 Milan coach insisted that Real Betis have a good philosophy and play entertaining football.
Real Madrid travelled to the Estadio Benito Villamarín over the weekend to lock horns with Real Betis in continuance of their Spanish La Liga campaign this season.
Although Los Blancos emerged 3-2 victors from the fixture, there is no doubt that the hosts played an excellent game of football and almost caused the league leaders to drop points.
Saturday’s match was one of the most competitive games played by Mourinho’s men recently and the Whites were elated by the win, as it could prove to be crucial in the title race.
Betis, who are currently 14th in the Spanish Primera Division’s league standings, were remarkable throughout the proceedings of the match.
It was almost surprising when http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Pepe-c29670 Mel’s team took the lead ten minutes after the kick-off. The first goal of the game did put some pressure on Madrid as the match became quite competitive soon afterwards.
Gonzalo Higuain equalized the scoring in the 25th minute and http://www.senore.com/Football-soccer/Montero-c26784.
In the 73rd minute it was the brilliance of Cristiano Ronaldo that provided Los Vikingos with the victory as he scored masterfully from a half-volley.
Although Madrid were the winning team, Mourinho has not backed down from praising the opposition.
“It is a pleasure to play here. I'm more than happy with the three points, but Betis deserved more. We gave our all. There was no control and we never knew who would win.”
Saturday’s victory keeps Real Madrid on their feet as they continue to progress towards their title ambitions in this season’s campaign. Mourinho’s men will face CSKA Moscow in the Champions League pre-quarterfinal second leg, on Wednesday.
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