José Mourinho dedicated a warm message of thanks to the Roma fans, publishing it on his Instagram profile after the Champions League match against his former team. The Portuguese coach expressed his gratitude for the special bond he developed with the Giallorossi supporters during his time in the capital, a relationship that goes beyond the results on the pitch.
In the post, Mourinho shared photographs of the night at the Olimpico, including the banner that Roma fans dedicated to him. The welcome received from the fans deeply affected the former coach, who recalled how, during his adventure at the helm of Roma, he managed to win the hearts of the supporters.
“When the best moments of a long career are neither goals nor victories, but rather emotions for which I can only humbly express my gratitude,” Mourinho wrote. "Thank you Rome, thank you Romanists. Emotions and eternal gratitude to you." The message underlines how his experience with the team was defined more by shared feelings than by sporting results.
Mourinho recalled the achievements he achieved with Roma, including the historic Conference League victory in 2022 and the Europa League final the following year. These moments, he added, will remain etched in the memory of all those who shared his adventure.
The gesture of thanks comes at a time when Mourinho is still in the spotlight for his recent Champions League match against his former club. Despite the competition, the coach chose to put the match aside to focus on connecting with the fans, demonstrating that his passion for football goes beyond the final result.
With this appeal, Mourinho closed a significant chapter in his career, leaving open the possibility of future collaborations with Roma or other clubs. For now, the message remains a sincere tribute to the Giallorossi fans, who have continued to support their former coach with enthusiasm and devotion.