Jose Mourinho has moved ahead of Pep Guardiola to become the manager with the highest winning percentage among coaches who have managed at least 100 La Liga matches.

According to a report by Madrid Universal on Monday, November 9, 2026, the Portuguese tactician has secured 97 victories in 126 league appearances across his two spells in charge of Real Madrid. His 77 per cent win rate puts him narrowly ahead of Guardiola, who recorded a 76.3 per cent success rate during his time at Barcelona.

Mourinho’s return to the Santiago Bernabeu did not get off to the smoothest start, as several new signings struggled to settle and Madrid initially found it difficult to maintain consistency. However, the team have made considerable progress since the first international break.

Real Madrid have now registered eight successive victories in all competitions, with their latest triumph at Mestalla helping Mourinho reach the impressive landmark. The achievement places him at the top of the standings for managers with at least 100 La Liga games.

Carlo Ancelotti and Zinedine Zidane, both former Madrid bosses, occupy third and fifth positions respectively. Ancelotti finished with a 71.1 per cent win rate, while Zidane recorded 67.8 per cent. Xavi Hernandez sits between them in fourth place with 69.6 per cent.

Although Barcelona manager Hansi Flick has a higher winning percentage of 79.3 per cent, he does not qualify for the ranking because he has overseen just 87 La Liga matches.

Mourinho’s achievement is particularly notable given the difficulties he encountered during the early stages of his second spell in Madrid. Tactical changes have gradually made the team more organised, while the forwards have also improved their defensive work. Madrid have scored 24 goals during their current eight-game winning streak.

The Portuguese manager previously guided Los Blancos to the 2011/12 La Liga title, collecting a record 100 points and bringing an end to Barcelona’s dominance under Guardiola.

He now faces a fresh challenge against Flick’s Barcelona, who have claimed the previous two league titles. Madrid will be determined to continue their impressive form when domestic football resumes after the international break.