Maldini Recalls Mourinho's Cup in 2011 and Throws an Unexpected Dart: 'It Wasn't...'

One of the Copa del Rey finals most remembered by Madridists is the one from 2011. That match was against Barça and ended with a victory for the white team by one goal to zero. Cristiano Ronaldo's header is still in the memory of many Madridists.

Without a doubt, it is one of the matches that best represents José Mourinho's era with the merengue team. That triumph against Guardiola's Barça marked a turning point.

However, Julio Maldonado, better known as Maldini, believes that the era of the Setúbal coach wasn't entirely good. He does highlight that famous record-breaking league and that the team returned to the Champions League semifinals. Despite this, he considers that his tenure wasn't positive.

Over time, from the Madridist perspective, they value very positively everything that good old Mou did with the merengue team. Even, within the entity, many speak very well of those three years.

Mourinho, meanwhile, has already made it clear on several occasions the admiration he has for Real Madrid. The Portuguese has spoken wonders of the Madridist institution, instead of lashing out against it, which was what many expected at first.

More Than a Copa del Rey

That 2011 Copa del Rey marked a turning point, just as it could end tomorrow. In Valdebebas, spirits are high after the elimination against Arsenal. Carlo Ancelotti's locker room believes they still have chances to have a good season, and that involves beating Barça.

However, at this time of night, it is not at all clear that the match will be played. As you know, the club is extremely angry with Gonzalo Fuertes's words and hopes for a change in the designation. If it doesn't happen, it is likely that the match won't be played.

In the coming hours, there will be news related to this matter. It seems it will be a long night.