‘He’s very good when he is fighting’ – Swansea boss says Jose Mourinho relishes conflict Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho thrives on confrontation, according to Swansea manager Carlos Carvalhal. Mourinho has been embroiled in numerous high profile spats with rival managers, match officials and even his own players, with that theme continuing during his stint …
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‘He’s very good when he is fighting’ – Swansea boss says Jose Mourinho relishes conflict
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Jose Mourinho: Anyone with a brain and common sense can see Manchester United are in transition
Jose Mourinho: Anyone with a brain and common sense can see Manchester United are in transition Ben Burrows 25 March 2018 Jose Mourinho has once again hit back at his critics by suggesting anyone “with a brain” or “common sense” can see Manchester United are in transition. United are enduring a difficult season with rivals …
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Mourinho’s mixed week ends in unconvincing win
Mourinho’s mixed week ends in unconvincing win Manchester United 2 Brighton 0 José Mourinho was first out before kick-off as promised during Friday’s extraordinary extended monologue in which Manchester United’s manager promised to face his responsibilities. Really required, though, was safe passage to the FA Cup semi-final, and this was duly secured. Yet Mourinho’s team …
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The full transcript of Jose Mourinho’s extraordinary 12 minute rant defending his record as Man United manager
The full transcript of Jose Mourinho’s extraordinary 12 minute rant defending his record as Man United manager Under-fire Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho went on an extraordinary, wide-ranging rant ahead of the crucial FA Cup quarter-final against Brighton. With the club reeling from Tuesday’s surprise Champions League last-16 exit to Sevilla, here is what the …
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Obsession with big-money signings obscures far bigger issues for joyless Red Devils
Obsession with big-money signings obscures far bigger issues for joyless Red Devils ANALYSIS: James Ducker 16 March 2018 The dust had still to settle on Manchester United’s humiliating Champions League exit against Seville on a chastening Tuesday night at Old Trafford when it was being suggested Jose Mourinho needed to throw more money at the …
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5 things we learned from this weekend’s Premier League action
5 things we learned from this weekend’s Premier League action Manchester United cemented second place in the Premier League, while West Brom edged closer to relegation with another loss. By Crissjohns 11 March 2018 Manchester United took the bragging rights over rivals Liverpool after a 2-1 victory in Saturday’s lunchtime kick-off, with West Brom’s misery …
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Jose Mourinho considering surprise tactical gamble for crucial Liverpool clash
Jose Mourinho considering surprise tactical gamble for crucial Liverpool clash Miguel Delaney 9 March 2018 Jose Mourinho is considering going back to a two-man midfield for Manchester United’s crunch home match with Liverpool on Saturday, but much will depend on the fitness of Paul Pogba, who has picked up a knock in training. While sources …
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Serial winner v serial entertainer: Klopp has yet to match Mourinho’s ability when it comes to winning silverware
Serial winner v serial entertainer: Klopp has yet to match Mourinho’s ability when it comes to winning silverware Brian Kerr 10 March 2018 When these sides met six months ago, there was a real sense that a rivalry seeped in historic animosity might provide us with some evidence that one of the pair could be …
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How Jose Mourinho’s ‘betrayal’ in 2007 is now being felt at Manchester United
How Jose Mourinho’s ‘betrayal’ in 2007 is now being felt at Manchester United As Jose Mourinho collected his things, he couldn’t help letting go one last little dig. “I wish you and all your families good luck and I thank you,” he told his now former squad, before adding: “Even those of you who …
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‘I don’t give trust for free’ – Jose Mourinho opens up on why he is picking Scott McTominay over Paul Pogba
‘I don’t give trust for free’ – Jose Mourinho opens up on why he is picking Scott McTominay over Paul Pogba Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has claimed young midfielder Scott McTominay has earned his trust and that is why he is starting key games ahead of £89m club record signing Paul Pogba. Mourinho left …
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