Manchester United manager Mourinho could be sanctioned by the FA following his faceoff with one of Chlelsea’s backroom staff Marconi Ianni in the Saturday Premier League clash between both teams. Iaani had taunted in front of the Mourinho’s bench when Ross Barkley scored a stunning goal in the 96th minute which stopped United from leaving the Stamford Bridge with all three points. Mourinho could not keep his cool as he went straight to the Chelsea bench where the fracas had continued. It took the intervention of the stewards and manager … [Read more...]
Why Cristiano Ronaldo is sure to have a great outing at Old Trafford
Cristiano Ronaldo Juventus star Cristiano Ronaldo will return to the Old Trafford to play against his former side in the Champions League group game on Tuesday. There have been lots of media talks on his return to the Old Trafford but one thing that looks sure is the fact that the Portuguese man will have a great outing at the Theatre of Dreams. The fact that Ronaldo is conversant with the terrain, having played a number of games in the Red shirt, scoring a total of 118 goals, winning three Premier League titles and also helping United secure … [Read more...]
Star player speaks on Mourinho’s interest
Inter Milan defender Milan Skriniar has reacted to reports that he is being monitored by Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho. It is reported that Mourinho had told former AC Milan manager Fabio Capello of his interest in the player and that seems to have excited him. In his reaction, he noted that it is a privilege for him to have a manager like the Portuguese boss monitor him. He therefore affirmed that he currently has a contract with the Italian side and he will be happy to remain because of his love for the city and his wish to live … [Read more...]
Ronaldo’s mood ahead of Old Trafford visit revealed
Manchester United will host a big visitor at the Old Trafford when they welcome Juventus to the Theatre of Dreams for the Champions League clash in the week. Former player and Juventus star, Cristiano Ronaldo will no doubt be involved in the clash as he will be returning to the Old Trafford for the second time after leaving for Real Madrid in 2009 on Tuesday night. The first happened in 2013 where Spanish giants Marid had played United in a two-legged round of 16 but this visit will be the first time the Portuguese star will be returning in a … [Read more...]
Meaning of the ‘3 fingers salute’ Jose Mourinho did to Chelsea fans revealed
Man Utd coach, Jose Mourinho is known for his controversies and seems to be getting into trouble every week. Mourinho during Man Utd home match against Newcastle Utd had said some abusive words to football fans at Old Trafford. However, the Portugal international this time around didn't make use of abusive words but rather he saluted Chelsea fans with three fingers after the game between the Blues and Man Utd yesterday at Stamford. But the three fingers salute have been described to be a taunting sign and not a sign of respect for the Blues … [Read more...]
Revealed: reason behind Jose Mourinho’s anger at Chelsea
Man Utd coach, Jose Mourinho led his Red Devils squad to play his former football club, Chelsea at Stamford Bridge yesterday. The game started with Antonio Rudiger finding the back of the net for Chelsea but the visiting side bounced back in the second half following a brace from Anthony Martial. Jose Mourinho had hoped to win all three points and be the first manager to defeat Chelsea this season but the Blues got an unexpected equalizer at the 95th minute to the end of the game. Following Ross Barkley's second goal for Chelsea, the Blues … [Read more...]
Mourinho vindicated after bust-up with backroom staff
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has been vindicated for his actions on Saturday where he had a faceoff with one of Maurizio Sarri’s coaching staff. As a result of the comeback by Chelsea in their home game against, Marco Ianni had resulted to an extravagant celebration, running to the front of the United bench, a development Mourinho protested and had a faceoff with the player. The Portuguese manager had noted that he was disrespected by the backroom coach but noted that all that happened has been resolved by manager Maurizio Sarri who … [Read more...]
Martial hints at no personal relationship with Jose Mourinho
Manchester United striker Antony Martial was the hero for the Red Devils when they visited the Stamford Bridge in the Premier League encounter on Saturday. Martial helped his side turn the table around with his brace as they moved from being a goal down to leading by 2-1 before they were stopped by the last minute's goal from Ross Barkley. Jose Mourinho accede to Man Utd extending Anthony Martial stay However in his reaction when asked if his goal would ensure a better relationship with manager Jose Mourinho, Martial says he has no issues … [Read more...]
Mourinho says criticisms make him sad
Manchester United manager has stated that the unending criticisms and media attention on him makes him sad. Mourinho says he has been unsettled this season by pundits who have mostly seen negative things about him, his team and his style of play. There is no doubt the former Chelsea boss has been in the news for only controversial reasons in addition to being at loggerheads with media men. He has severally accused them of publishing lies against him This makes the pundits tag the Portuguese manager as being arrogant and unfriendly to the … [Read more...]
Will Chelsea allow Man Utd to sign Eden Hazard?
Prior to the big match between Chelsea and Man Utd in the EPL, coach Jose Mourinho made it known that he would love to sign Eden Hazard to the Man Utd squad. This comes after Eden Hazard a few days ago had disclosed he would love to reunite with his former coach, Jose Mourinho. Eden Hazard and Mourinho spent close to three years together at Chelsea, during Mourinho's term as the Blues coach, Eden Hazard won the PFA player of the year. Mourinho in a recent statement said he 'would love to have him (Eden Hazard) in Manchester United.' The … [Read more...]
Why Jose Mourinho wouldn’t celebrate even if Man Utd defeat Chelsea
coach Jose Mourinho will visit his former club, Chelsea for the first time this season as Man Utd coach. The Red Devils put up a poor start at the beginning of the season and it got to a point that Jose Mourinho's job as Man Utd coach was at stake. Prior to the international holiday, Man Utd's board had stated that Jose Mourinho must win the game against Newcastle United if he still wants to remain at Old Trafford. Shockingly, the game between Newcastle and Man Utd started with two goals from the visiting team and many football fans had … [Read more...]
Why I will continue to defend, Jose Mourinho
The calls by fans and pundits for Manchester United to always attack have been talked down by Jose Mourinho who vows to be more defensive in his games. Mourinho says his struggling side need not to attack so as to gain the needed stability to fight on especially in their bid to face Chelsea on Saturday noon. Manchester United had adopted an attack approach that ensured they came back from 2-0 down to win Newcastle by 3-2 but that is not to say it would be the culture under the Portuguese manager. In his analysis, Mourinho said his side can … [Read more...]
Why Mourinho’s ability should not be placed under doubt, Makelele
Former Chelsea midfielder Makelele has noted that the ability of the embattled Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho should not be placed under doubt, stressing that the records can tell better. Mourinho has battled to win at the Old Trafford owing to controversies with big players and also distractions from his bashing with the media. There are speculations the Portuguese manager boss will be sacked if he fails to win the Saturday’s Premier League game against former side having lost three games already in this season’s campaign. Citing … [Read more...]
Why Chelsea game is the best opportunity for Mourinho to prove a point
A lot has been said about Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho and the premier League clash against Chelsea on Saturday. The Portuguese manager has faced a lot on the job with bad results, criticisms and crisis in the dressing room which sparked speculations over his future. The last game before the international break where United had come from behind to win Newcastle by 3-2 helped eased the tension and there was relative calm with the short holiday of club football. However, the tension seems to have returned with United expected to … [Read more...]
The reason why Sanchez lost his form revealed
Every Manchester United fan has had reasons to worry about the performance of Alexis Sanchez who has been in very poor form this season. Sanchez joined the Old Trafford side barely nine months ago but life for him has not been as juicy as it was when he was at the Emirate Stadium as an Arsenal player. The Chile international had a big money move to the Old Trafford with Henrikh Mkhitaryan, moving the same direction in a deal that has turned out to be unfair to the player and the club. However, it has been speculated that the former Arsenal … [Read more...]
Why Lukaku is as ‘disrespectful’ as Paul Pogba
Manchester United legend is of the opinion that Belgium striker Romelu Lukaku is disrespectful to the club for making transfer claims. This is the first time a player will be accused of being disrespectful after French midfielder Paul Pogba who was recently a subject of discussion for his rift with manager Jose Mourinho. The player who is reported to be at loggerhead with the Portuguese manager reportedly told the club’s executive vice-chairman his intention to leave after he was stripped of his captain band and told he will never lead the … [Read more...]
Why Chelsea will not win United on Saturday
ESPN pundit Steve Nicol has predicted that the much anticipated game on Saturday between Chelsea and Manchester United will not go in favour of the home team. United will travel to the Stamford Bridge as underdogs with the Blues as the favourites owing to the crisis being encountered by the visiting team. The Old Trafford team have struggled so far this season, losing 3 of their 8 Premier League this season in addition to the crisis that has overwhelmed the team. With the international break finally over, the Red Devils are tipped to shock … [Read more...]
Chelsea vs Man Utd: Michael Owen gives his prediction
Michael Owen prediction Chelsea vs Man United Chelsea will play against Man Utd this weekend - The game is expected to be tough owing to the fact that the Blues are in top form and Jose Mourinho is out to keep his job as Man Utd coach plus the 'unpredictable' Red Devils squad. While Chelsea are yet to suffer any defeat this season, Man Utd have been struggling to move higher on the EPL table. However, former Liverpool and Real Madrid star, Micheal Owen has given his predictions ahead of the Saturday match. Micheal Owen in his statement … [Read more...]
Ed Woodward withdraws big decision on club
Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward has reportedly stepped down his earlier decision to appoint a technical director for for the club. The position of the technical director at the Old Trafford has been vacant for a while but with reports coming from Daily mail, it could remain vacant until further notice. Paul Mitchell and Juventus’ Fabio Paratici have all being linked to the role at the club but with latest decision, they might need to hold on a little more. With plans already on board to reshape the club’s structure, it … [Read more...]
De Gea has lost faith in Jose Mourinho
Emerging reports indicate that Manchester United goalkeeper David de Gea has lost faith in manager Mourinho’s ability to compete and deliver a title at the Old Trafford. This will, therefore, influence the player’s decision in signing a new contract as his present agreement with the club ends at the end of this campaign. The Spanish goalkeeper has been slow in committing his future to the club with his interest in playing under the Portuguese manager already lost. It has been a bad season for the Old Trafford side this season with three … [Read more...]
Latest report justifies Mourinho against the press
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has been at loggerhead with the press, having accused them of always coming after him. Just this season alone, Mourinho had described the stories written on the newspapers and blogs as lies by pressmen, adding to the situation where he worked out on them in a press conference. The Portuguese manager’s claim that he is being hunted by the media could be well justified with the story recounted by midfielder Andreas Pereira who claimed the press were wrong to have reported a video wrongly Pereira … [Read more...]
Man Utd vs Chelsea: What Jose Mourinho should do apart from tackling Eden Hazard
Man Utd will hope to do what a tougher team like Liverpool were unable to do, which is to defeat Chelsea this weekend. Coach Jose Mourinho will be playing against Maurizio Sarri for the first in his coaching career. As expected, Jose Mourinho's main focus for Saturday match against Chelsea will be on how to tackle Eden Hazard. The Portugal international will likely be making plans on which players he would use to man-mark the Belgium striker. Jose Mourinho since time immemorial is known for his 'parking the bus' style of football when … [Read more...]
Why Mourinho will be on the touchline at Stamford Bridge despite FA charge
There are suggestions that Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho will be allowed to be on the touchline at the Stamford Bridge at the weekend when his side travel to play Chelsea in the Premier League. Mourinho was charged yesterday by the FA for allegedly making use of ‘abusive, insulting or improper language’ and gesture after his side’s comeback win at the Old Trafford against Newcastle United. It was, therefore, speculated that the Portuguese manager will be handed a touchline ban that will stop him from having a major influence on his … [Read more...]
Mourinho gets Fellaini boost ahead of Chelsea clash
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho has been handed hope with the report of the availability of midfielder Marouane Fellaini for the Chelsea encounter at the weekend. Fellaini has become a major part of the Mourinho team this season having won the confidence of the manager to secure more playing time. The Belgium international was absent in his country’s 1-1 draw against Holland in Brussels on Tuesday as a result of a groin injury he suffered earlier which makes him short in his fitness level. However, Belgium boss Robert Martinez has … [Read more...]
Chelsea vs Man Utd: Will Marouane Fellaini be available to face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge?
The EPL will be back this weekend with Coach Jose Mourinho leading the Man Utd squad to Stamford Bridge to play against Chelsea. A new report made it known that Man Utd midfielder, Marouane Fellaini has a little chance of being available for the face off on Saturday. Marouane Fellaini is on international duty for his home country, Belgium, but he didn't feature in yesterday's match against the Netherlands which ended in a draw. Belgium coach, Roberto Martinez in a statement said the midfielder was not hundred per cent fit which was why he … [Read more...]
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