Match ReportBBC SportUnverified source· 8 Sept 2026
Mourinho: Alexander-Arnold not a midfielder despite midfield start
Trent Alexander-Arnold started in midfield for Real Madrid's win over Inter, but Mourinho insists it's not his best position.
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Real MadridCompetition
Champions League
Score
Real Madrid 2-1 Inter Milan
Venue
Bernabeu
What happened. Trent Alexander-Arnold started in midfield for Real Madrid's Champions League win over Inter Milan, but Jose Mourinho said he is not a midfielder.
- Alexander-Arnold started in midfield for only the second time this season.
- Mourinho praised his tactical interpretation but insisted he is not a midfielder.
- His inclusion was due to suspensions for Camavinga, Guler, and Silva.
“He has played midfield with England and Liverpool... but he is not a midfielder.”
— Jose Mourinho
Mourinho was grateful for his efforts but doesn't expect regular midfield role.
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