Jose Mourinho was born on January 26, 1963, in Setúbal, Portugal. His father, José Manuel Mourinho Félix, was a professional footballer who also later served as a football manager, while his mother, Maria Júlia Carrajola dos Santos, worked as a primary school teacher. Mourinho developed a strong interest in football from a young age, influenced largely by his father’s career in sports. Despite this passion, he was initially enrolled in a business school at the insistence of his parents. However, he chose to leave the program on the very first day and instead enrolled at the Technical University of Lisbon, where he pursued a degree in sports science.
Mourinho began his professional journey as a physical education teacher. His deep understanding of the game and leadership skills soon led him to transition into football coaching. Within a short period, he climbed the ranks and secured a position as a football manager.
In 2000, Mourinho was appointed as the manager of Benfica. Although his tenure was brief, it marked his entry into top-tier football management. The following year, he took charge of União de Leiria, where he significantly improved the team's performance, guiding them to several important victories. These early successes laid the groundwork for his rapidly rising career in football management.
Mourinho joined FC Porto in 2002 and quickly turned the club into a dominant force in Portuguese football. Under his leadership, Porto won the Primeira Liga, Taça de Portugal, and the UEFA Cup in his first full season. His achievements peaked when Porto won the UEFA Champions League in 2004, elevating Mourinho to international prominence.
| Birth Date: | 26 Jan, 1963 |
| Age: | 57 yrs |
| Citizenship: | Portugal |
| Birth Place: | Setúbal |
| Education: | Technical University of Lisbon |
| Gender: | Male |
| Description: | Portuguese association football player and manager |
| Net Worth 2021: | 120 million |
