Jose Mourinho Names Dream XI with Frank Lampard at the Heart of Midfield

Jose Mourinho revealed his all-time XI of players he managed, highlighting legends from Chelsea, Inter Milan, Real Madrid, and Porto. The lineup includes Petr Cech in goal, a defense of Zanetti, Terry, Carvalho, and Cole, midfielders Claude Makelele, Frank Lampard, and Mesut Ozil, with Hazard, Drogba, and Cristiano Ronaldo leading the attack.

When the legendary manager Jose Mourinho was asked to name his dream XI of players he has coached, the Portuguese tactician selected some of the biggest names in world football. Having managed elite clubs like Chelsea, Inter Milan, Real Madrid, Porto, and Manchester United, Mourinho’s choices reflected the peak moments of his illustrious career. Between the posts, he went with Petr Cech, the goalkeeper he brought to Chelsea, who went on to set the Premier League record for clean sheets.

His backline included Inter Milan icon Javier Zanetti, Chelsea captain John Terry, Portuguese partner Ricardo Carvalho, and left back Ashley Cole, all of whom were instrumental in his trophy-laden spells. The midfield trio highlighted balance and brilliance, Claude Makelele, known for redefining the holding midfield role, Frank Lampard, Chelsea’s all-time leading midfielder in goals and Mesut Ozil, who shone as a creative force during Mourinho’s Real Madrid era.

For the attack, Mourinho picked pure match-winners, Eden Hazard on the left, Didier Drogba as the spearhead, and Cristiano Ronaldo on the right. Together, they represent a blend of leadership, power, and flair. Mourinho’s dream XI underlines not only his ability to assemble world-class talent but also his success in getting the best out of these legends.