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Former Tottenham defender Juan Foyth recalls Jose Mourinho’s trademark mind games – ‘Always been his way’

Juan Foyth reflects on his experiences with José Mourinho and the renowned mind games that have defined the coach’s career at Tottenham.

By Chynelle Dirksz · To The Lane And Back

Published: Wednesday, 14 October 2026 at 12:22 AM

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Juan Foyth recalled Jose Mourinho's signature mind games and external pressure tactics after facing his former manager.
Foyth noted that Mourinho used the same psychological approaches during their shared time at Tottenham Hotspur.
The Villarreal captain stated that the referee's decision to show Vinicius Junior a red card was correct.

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Former Tottenham Hotspur defender Juan Foyth has reflected on Jose Mourinho's psychological tactics following a clash between Villarreal and Real Madrid. Foyth, who now captains Villarreal, noted that his former manager consistently applies pressure from the outside, explaining that Mourinho utilized the same approach during their time together in north London.

Foyth also addressed the match's controversial refereeing, stating that the decision to show Vinicius Junior a red card for violent conduct was correct according to the rules. Despite the tension and Mourinho securing all three points, Foyth stated he holds no personal ill feelings toward his former Tottenham coach.

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