Real Madrid manager José Mourinho has been named La Liga Manager of the Month for October following his team’s impressive performance in the Spanish top flight.
The Portuguese tactician earned the recognition after leading Madrid to a 100 per cent winning record during the month, including a 2-1 triumph over arch-rivals FC Barcelona in El Clásico.
La Liga announced Mourinho’s recognition in a post on its official X account on Monday.
“Real Madrid’s coach is the Coach of the Month for October in #LALIGAEASPORTS,” the league stated.
Mourinho secured the award after guiding Los Blancos to victories in all three of their league matches in October.
Madrid defeated Villarreal 1-0, thrashed Sevilla 4-1 and overcame Barcelona 2-1 in their first El Clásico meeting of the season.
Despite their strong form, Los Blancos have recorded two defeats in the league this season, suffering a 1-0 loss to Real Betis and a 2-1 defeat against Atletico Madrid in the Madrid derby.
The Spanish giants currently occupy second position on the La Liga table, three points behind leaders Barcelona.
Mourinho’s return to the Santiago Bernabéu has generated renewed attention, with the experienced manager guiding the team through an impressive spell of results.
The 63-year-old previously managed Real Madrid between 2010 and 2013, winning the La Liga title, Copa del Rey and Spanish Super Cup during his first spell at the club.
He succeeds Barcelona manager Hansi Flick, who received the September Manager of the Month award after overseeing an impressive run of results for the Catalan side.
