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When José Mourinho risks his meniscus by dropping to his knees at Camp Nou to celebrate a goal, he believes something special has happened. The Portuguese manager did it during a Barcelona-Chelsea clash in 2006 and repeated the gesture in the recent Clásico. Two iconic moments separated by 20 years, offering an interesting glimpse into his history with Barcelona.
On October 31, 2006, during a Champions League group-stage match, the rivalry between Mourinho and Barcelona was already intensifying. The encounter ended 2-2 after a fiercely contested battle, with Didier Drogba scoring a stoppage-time goal to secure the draw for Chelsea.
Mourinho's Chelsea side, known for its physical strength and attacking quality, created more chances than a Barcelona team featuring Lionel Messi and Ronaldinho. Nearly two decades later, the manager once again found himself celebrating on his knees at Camp Nou, recreating a memorable scene from his past.
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