‎Jose Mourinho surpasses Pep Guardiola to set historic La Liga record

‎Jose Mourinho’s second stint at Real Madrid might have started on a wrong foot but things are starting to get in shape for the Portuguese tactician.

‎Real Madrid have hit top form ever since the team assembled back after the first international break. Mourinho’s side have now secured eight consecutive victories across all competitions.

‎They continued their impressive form with victory over Valencia at the Mestalla on Saturday.

‎The latest victory did not only help Madrid put pressure on league-leaders Barcelona, it also helped Mourinho achieve a remarkable milestone.

‎Former Chelsea manager, Mourinho now boasts the highest winning percentage of any manager in La Liga.

‎Mourinho has reached the summit of an esteemed list of managers who have overseen at least 100 matches in the league.

Jose Mourinho is eager to help Real Madrid win trophies this season. (Photo by Adam Pretty – UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images)

‎Across his two spells in the Spanish capital, Mourinho has recorded an impressive 97 victories in 126 La Liga encounters.

‎This gives him a remarkable win percentage of 77%, which sees him surpass Pep Guardiola, who managed 76.3% during his time at Barcelona.

‎Former Real Madrid managers Carlo Ancelotti and Zinedine Zidane occupy third and fifth places respectively, with winning percentages of 71.1% and 67.8%.

‎Rounding out the top five is Xavi Hernandez, who sits fourth on the list with 69.6%.

‎Barcelona’s current manager, Hansi Flick, boasts a higher percentage of 79.3% but does not make the list, having managed only 87 league matches.

‎Mourinho will be eager to see his team continue their good form as they hope to relinquish Barcelona’s dominance in Spain.

‎The Portuguese manager previously guided Madrid to the historic 100-point La Liga title during the 2011/12 campaign, breaking Barcelona’s domestic dominance under Guardiola.