Real Madrid manager José Mourinho has been named La Liga Manager of the Month for October after guiding the Spanish giants to a 100 per cent winning record in their three league matches during the month.

The Portuguese coach received the recognition following victories over Villarreal, Sevilla and arch-rivals Barcelona, including a 2-1 triumph in the first El Clásico meeting of the season.

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La Liga announced Mourinho’s selection on its official X account on Monday, describing the Real Madrid manager as the league’s Coach of the Month for October.

Madrid began their winning run with a narrow 1-0 victory over Villarreal before recording a convincing 4-1 win against Sevilla.

They completed the month with a 2-1 victory over Barcelona, securing a significant result against their closest rivals.

Despite their recent run of form, Los Blancos have suffered two league defeats this season, losing 1-0 to Real Betis and 2-1 to Atletico Madrid in the Madrid derby.

Madrid currently occupy second place in the La Liga standings, three points behind leaders Barcelona.

The award marks another recognition for Mourinho following his return to the Santiago Bernabéu for a second spell as Real Madrid manager.

The 63-year-old previously managed the club between 2010 and 2013, winning the La Liga title, Copa del Rey and Spanish Super Cup during his first tenure.

Mourinho succeeds Barcelona manager Hansi Flick, who claimed the September Manager of the Month award after guiding the Catalan side through an impressive run of results.

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His October recognition comes after Real Madrid secured maximum points from all three of their league fixtures, strengthening their position in the title race.