For fans who follow Live Cricket Bangladesh and global sports narratives alike, the story of José Mourinho continues to captivate with its familiar rhythm—an arc of glory followed by inevitable turbulence. Now at Manchester United, the so-called “Mourinho second-year rule” appears to be repeating itself once again.

After nearly a year away from the sidelines, Mourinho returned to lead Inter Milan and quickly delivered two Serie A titles. In his second season, he led the club to an unprecedented treble, cementing his legacy in Italian football. But once the glory settled, he departed for what many called the toughest job in world football: managing Real Madrid during the height of Barcelona’s dominance. Although he didn’t win the Champions League there, he did restore Madrid’s confidence and ended their long-standing slump in Europe’s elite competition.

Three years later, however, his departure became inevitable. Mourinho’s second stint at Chelsea was arguably his most turbulent. Despite securing another Premier League title, his third season spiraled into chaos, with conflicts erupting behind the scenes. In the blink of an eye, the once-celebrated manager found himself shown the door. Reflecting on his journey, it becomes clear that Mourinho’s third seasons often bring unexpected storm clouds—while his second years typically shine.

Live Cricket Bangladesh fans know well that timing and momentum can define a season. In Mourinho’s case, the pattern seems clear: Year one is all about groundwork, year two sees peak performance, and year three brings friction—caused by inflated egos, locker room discontent, and reduced club investment. By then, players start pushing back, and owners grow complacent, assuming the team is already built to last.

Yet, this cycle isn’t solely Mourinho’s doing. A closer look at Chelsea and Real Madrid reveals that few managers survive three full seasons at those clubs. Power struggles, shifting strategies, and immense pressure make longevity rare. From Porto to Chelsea, then to Inter, Madrid, and back to Chelsea, Mourinho’s managerial trajectory has followed a consistent rhythm—one that now appears to be unfolding again at Manchester United.

Currently in his second year at Old Trafford, Mourinho’s performance has shown a strong resurgence, from summer friendlies to the English Super Cup and Premier League clashes. As United rise in form, critics and pundits have already begun their predictions, suggesting that, as history shows, next year might spell trouble.

But let’s rewind to where it all began. In January 2002, Mourinho took charge of a struggling Porto side and, within half a season, set them back on course. What followed were two legendary seasons—dominating domestically and capturing back-to-back European titles. That golden period launched his first Chelsea tenure, where he delivered the club’s first league title in half a century and transformed them into Premier League royalty.

Even then, cracks appeared by the third year. Tensions between Mourinho and the Chelsea hierarchy escalated, and by the fourth season’s opening month, their partnership came to an abrupt end. Still, the pattern was set—and it continues to echo across football.

Whether you’re tracking elite football or Live Cricket Bangladesh, one truth remains: in sports, momentum matters. And in Mourinho’s world, the second year is often the calm before the storm.