Tag Archives: Jose Mourinho

Being a football manager requires a certain skill set that runs beyond that of understanding the game from a playing perspective. There are a range of skills a manager needs in order to succeed, some of which are very similar to those required around a poker table. Some players like Gerard Pique and Ronaldo for instance, have tried their luck at poker. Teddy ...

Jose Mourinho is planning to return to management in June. The 56-year old Portuguese manager has been out of work since being dismissed by Manchester United in December, but now, after a suitable chance to recharge his batteries, he is keen to take up the managerial reins again. And, it looks like he may be after a change of scene ...

The chances of José Mourinho returning as Real Madrid manager in the summer have become much greater after the Spanish giants crashed out of the Champions League on Tuesday. Winners of the trophy for the past three years, Tuesday night saw Ajax, trailing from the first leg, thrash Real 4 -1 in front of their own supporters, exiting early  a ...

Manchester United’s soap opera season continues to show no signs of abating. Whether it be criticism from the fans for a perceived negative approach or from within his own camp as players and agents continue to cause serious headaches, time looks like it may not be on Jose Mourinho’s side. It may sound a touch dramatic after only two games ...

When Jose Mourinho took over as manager at Manchester United in  May 2016, it appeared to herald a new era for the club which had struggled to successfully manage the transition after the retirement of Sir Alex Ferguson after 26 years in charge. David Moyes was sacked after barely one season, and although the FA Cup was won under Louis ...

Image via Twitter The translator and the ball boy are back at it again. For millions of football fans, not only in England but around the world, the clash between the teams of these two iconic managers is almost always certainly a fiery affair. December 9, 2017 was the scheduled date of the first meeting this season between the two ...

Manchester United’s world record signing Paul Pogba will have the eyes of the world watching his every move as he is being touted as one of the best midfielders in the world. And as such, the humongous price he commanded for signing from Juventus comes as no surprise. However, the massive fees will not be a hindrance for Pogba as ...

The arrival of Pep Guardiola at Manchester City and that of Jose Mourinho at Manchester United is going to add a new edge to the Manchester derby when the first of the ongoing season is played at Old Trafford on 10th September. Compared to the last couple of seasons when the Citizens were led by Manuel Pellegrini and the Red ...

Pep Guardiola – Jose Mourinho Two of the most acclaimed managers in modern football will renew their rivalry in the Premier League this season. The Manchester United boss will have an upper hand owing to his extensive working experience in English football, while Guardiola might take some time to settle in the fast-paced league. However, there can be no doubt ...

Arsenal vs. Liverpool (14th August) The very first weekend of the 2015/16 Premier League season will feature a high voltage clash between two potential league title contenders. Arsene Wenger has so far followed his usual transfer policy and has made only one high profile signing in Granit Xhaka, while Jurgen Klopp has made full use of his first pre-season at ...