Iker Casillas unexpectedly backs Mourinho after Real Madrid’s Clasico victory

Iker Casillas has praised Jose Mourinho’s tactics after Real Madrid beat Barcelona 2-1 in the first Clasico of the LaLiga season at Spotify Camp Nou.

The result prompted widespread reaction after Real Madrid defeated their traditional rivals on Sunday in Barcelona. However, the response from the former Real Madrid goalkeeper attracted particular attention because of his previously strained relationship with Mourinho.

Casillas, who remains active on social media, shared his reaction with followers through his official X account after Real Madrid’s victory.

“There is still a league title to be decided. Real Madrid put in a great performance… Mourinho’s tactics were excellent,” Casillas wrote.

His post caused considerable debate on social media, with many users focusing on the history between the former goalkeeper and the Portuguese manager. The pair have been linked by a tense relationship, making Casillas’ positive assessment of Mourinho’s approach unexpected.

The former Real Madrid captain appears to have put that dispute aside, at least publicly. Casillas continues to follow the club’s results from afar and is pleased when things go well for Real Madrid.

His original post read: “Hay @LaLiga! 🔝 Muy bien el @realmadrid. Planteamiento muy bueno de Mourinho.”

The message was published on 25 October 2026, following Real Madrid’s 2-1 win over Barcelona in the first round of LaLiga.