Casillas hails Mourinho phenomenon

Real Madrid captain Iker Casillas hailed coach Jose Mourinho as a “phenomenon” after the Portuguese helped the Spanish giants end their three-year barren spell with victory over bitter rivals Barcelona to win the Copa del Rey.

Cristiano Ronaldo’s extra-time header decided Wednesday night’s final in Valencia as Madrid won the Copa del Rey for the first time since 1993 and for the 18th time in their history.