Created Date: October 23, 2024 15:14
Coach Jose Mourinho of Fenerbahçe, which will face Manchester United in the third week match of the UEFA Europa League, made a statement to the press.
Before the Manchester United match to be played on Thursday, October 24 (tomorrow), Fenerbahçe Coach Jose Mourinho used the following statements in his evaluation.
‘THEY KNOW THAT THE MATCH WILL NOT BE EASY’
“I am not the coach of Manchester United. I do not see any reason for them to be afraid, but they know that the match will not be easy. If they think that the match tomorrow will be easy, it would be a wrong approach. I do not think that they will think about the match at the weekend and make a rotation.”
‘They COULD HAVE GIVEN ME A BONUS OR A MEDAL’
“From the first moment I left the club (Manchester United), I wished them the best. Even if they are not great at the moment, it doesn’t make me happy. But I don’t have a minute to think about it. They keep their faith in their coach and they can continue. They believe that their coach, their team can improve. “That’s the difference between when I was there and today. We won the Europa League and finished second in the league. We could still win because of Manchester City’s situation. If they got a point penalty, they should have given me a bonus and a medal.”
FAVORITES MANCHESTER UNITED AND TOTTENHAM
“They could not win in Europe, but they did not lose. In the new format in Europe, everyone is trying to understand what they need. It is not easy to play against Porto. Everyone expects them to win the match against Twente at Old Trafford, but it is not easy. I think they have a high potential. “Two draws do not make them favorites, but it does not affect them badly either. If you ask which team is the favorite for this tournament, I would say we will play with one of the two strongest candidates tomorrow.”
‘I GET ADVICE FROM EXPERTS FOR LEFT BACK-BACK’
“For the left-back, I will get advice from the experts on television. Kostic, Levent and Jayden are not in the squad. Those experts have a solution for everything. If I take your advice, I will be protected tomorrow. Maybe you would say Szymanski. He is a left-handed and fast player. Maybe the expert advice would be like this. Afterwards “We’ll see if Rashford or Garnacho will play in his side.”
‘YOU WILL SEE MY RESPECT AND LOVE FOR FERGUSON’
“I have a great relationship with Alex Ferguson. When my documentary is released you will see my love and respect for him. It doesn’t matter if he loses his ambassadorial role. He has the love of every Manchester United fan in the world. I think that is worth more than him gaining a few pounds he doesn’t need.”
OOSTERWOLDE CLOSED THE SEASON
“I think Jayden Oosterwolde has finished the season. It would be a surprise if he returns to play 1-2 games at the beginning of May.”
“We cannot win 11 on 11, we need the support of 35 thousand people tomorrow”
Jose Mourinho’s Pre-Match Banter: A Glimpse into the Mind of the “Special One”
Created Date: October 23, 2024 15:14. Ah, the footballing world never sleeps, and neither does Jose Mourinho, who has once again gifted the press with his unapologetically candid observations—firing shots with the precision of a top striker just ahead of Fenerbahçe’s clash with Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League.
‘THEY KNOW THAT THE MATCH WILL NOT BE EASY’
In true Mourinho style, the man who could turn a humble press conference into a dramatic monologue kicked things off by reminding us all that Manchester United, despite being a storied club, are not immune to the dangers lurking in the shadows of the pitch. He stated, “I am not the coach of Manchester United. I do not see any reason for them to be afraid, but they know that the match will not be easy.” Classic Mourinho! Now, that’s what I call constructive cynicism. It’s like saying, “I’m not great at swimming, but I also wouldn’t advise you to hop into the ocean with a bowl of soup.”
‘They COULD HAVE GIVEN ME A BONUS OR A MEDAL’
Mourinho then shifted gears, reminiscing about his time at Manchester United. “From the first moment I left the club, I wished them the best. Even if they are not great at the moment, it doesn’t make me happy.” Well, isn’t that nice, Jose? Almost like ex-lovers who still have feelings for each other but argue about who did the dishes! And let’s not ignore the cheeky jab—”If they got a point penalty, they should have given me a bonus and a medal.” I can picture this: Mourinho sitting in a room full of trophies, looking wistfully at his ‘medal-less’ wall, while planning a return to Old Trafford just for the bling!”
FAVORITES? MANCHESTER UNITED AND TOTTENHAM
He then turned his attention to the prospects of his opponents, declaring, “Two draws do not make them favorites, but it does not affect them badly either.” Ah, the ol’ glass-half-full tactic! He’s basically saying, “They haven’t won yet, but hey, they’re still breathing!” And in a world where everyone thinks they’re still in the race, Mourinho’s insight that “we will play with one of the two strongest candidates tomorrow” is bound to cause a cue for bets in the local pub! Grab your wallets, fellas, this one is going to be like a roller coaster ride—thrilling and slightly nauseous!
‘I GET ADVICE FROM EXPERTS FOR LEFT BACK-BACK’
Perhaps the highlight of the presser came when Jose humorously unveiled his plan for left-back strategies: “I will get advice from the experts on television.” Because let’s be honest, who needs footballing genius coaching pedigrees when you have the ability to phone a friend? He then cryptically concluded with, “Maybe you would say Szymanski.” Oh, isn’t he just a breath of fresh air? Mourinho consulting with experts on a left-back position is just what we needed to hear—right before the match! Definitely a masterclass in motivating the squad with a dash of cheekiness.
‘YOU WILL SEE MY RESPECT AND LOVE FOR FERGUSON’
Mourinho also waxed lyrical about his relationship with Sir Alex Ferguson. “You will see my love and respect for him in my documentary.” It’s nice to know that Mourinho has a soft side—who knew?! I wouldn’t be surprised if he shows up to Old Trafford wearing a T-shirt with “I <3 SAF” emblazoned across the front. But seriously, in an era where coaches are often compared to over-inflated egos, Mourinho’s homage does make you feel a bit warm and fuzzy inside.
OOSTERWOLDE CLOSED THE SEASON
We also learned that Jayden Oosterwolde might not be returning anytime soon. “It would be a surprise if he returns to play 1-2 games at the beginning of May.” Now that’s about as optimistic as saying, “I have an awful lot of cake, but I’d like to lose weight!”
To wrap up his performance, Mourinho recognized the importance of their fans: “We cannot win 11 on 11, we need the support of 35 thousand people tomorrow.” Classic motivational speech! If that doesn’t get the crowd chanting, “Mourinho, Mourinho!”, I don’t know what will.
So here we are, ladies and gentlemen, preparing for a match that promises to be anything but mundane, with the one and only Jose Mourinho at the helm. It’s going to be a match of wit, strategy, and hopefully, just a sprinkling of drama to keep things interesting. Will Manchester United emerge triumphant or will Fenerbahçe’s secret weapons derail their plans? Tune in tomorrow, folks—it’s bound to be a spectacle for the ages!
