Mourinho Returns as Benfica Lose 1-0 to Chelsea via Rios Own Goal

José Mourinho returned to Stamford Bridge on Tuesday as Benfica manager but left frustrated after his side were beaten 1-0 by Chelsea in a Champions League Group stage match that rekindled memories of his successful spells at the west London club. An own goal by Benfica defender Richard Rios in the 18th minute proved decisive as Chelsea held on for their first European win of the season.

Mourinho, appointed by Benfica on September 18, received a warm reception from Chelsea supporters but said the welcome did not lessen his disappointment at the result. "I don't feed myself with these memories. I feed myself with victories," he said after the game. He also acknowledged the emotional nature of the return, adding that he will "always be a blue" while stressing his professional focus with Benfica.

Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca described Mourinho as a legend of the club and welcomed the former boss back. Maresca, whose side have endured a mixed start to the season, said the win was important for momentum after back-to-back Premier League losses to Manchester United and Brighton. Maresca conceded he could have made better decisions recently but defended his squad's depth in a congested...