Sports · 20 August 2026

Mourinho shifts Real Madrid tactics, starts Silva in new midfield.

Jose Mourinho is radically changing Real Madrid's tactical approach before the new season, moving away from his old, rigid midfield. Analyst Aritz Gabilondo said the new Mourinho has abandoned ideas that relied on a physically strong double pivot. Bernardo Silva is expected to start in the first match against Espanyol next Saturday in this new role.

By BriefTea Editorial · 20 August 2026 at 12:43

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