Jose Mourinho 'understanding' and 'warm' – Morais hails Spurs boss
4 years, 8 months ago

Jose Mourinho 'understanding' and 'warm' – Morais hails Spurs boss

The Hindu  

Those were the words used to describe Jose Mourinho as former assistant Jose Morais heaped praise on the Tottenham boss amid doubts over Harry Kane's future at Spurs. As Kane's future makes headlines, Morais – who worked as an assistant coach under Mourinho at Inter, Real Madrid and Chelsea – insisted the Portuguese coach would be supportive. "His focus is on his team, not on rumours," Morais, head coach of K. League champions Jeonbuk Motors, told Stats Perform. Morais, who was part of Mourinho's staff as Inter won a memorable Serie A, Champions League and Coppa Italia treble in 2009-10 before following his countryman to Madrid and Chelsea, added: "It's fantastic to work with someone like him.

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Jose Mourinho takes swipe at Gareth Bale with ex-Tottenham boss scathing of his former loanee
3 years, 7 months ago

Jose Mourinho takes swipe at Gareth Bale with ex-Tottenham boss scathing of his former loanee

Daily Mail  

Jose Mourinho has taken a swipe at Gareth Bale, claiming he has produced 'not many or none' great performances against the top teams in recent years. Mourinho brought Bale back to Tottenham last season on loan from Real Madrid, but the Wales winger started just six Premier League games under the former Spurs coach, scoring four times in those matches. …

What Hugo Lloris’ furious post-match interview tells you about Mourinho’s Spurs
3 years, 9 months ago

What Hugo Lloris’ furious post-match interview tells you about Mourinho’s Spurs

New York Times  

Tottenham Hotspur’s season has unravelled within the space of five days. Yet, while it was easy to draw comparisons between the head coach’s words and the sense of “betrayal” he had revealed after a loss at Leicester at the end of his second stint as Chelsea manager a little over five years ago – an utterance that pre-empted his sacking …

Jose Mourinho looking to mark career milestone with trophy for Spurs
3 years, 9 months ago

Jose Mourinho looking to mark career milestone with trophy for Spurs

The Hindu  

Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho will be managing his 1,000th match later this season and the Portuguese said on Wednesday there was no better way to mark the milestone than by winning a trophy for the Premier League club. Spurs last won a trophy in 2008 when it lifted the League Cup and the north London club is in the …

'Jose makes players winners': Chris Wilder hails Mourinho as 'the best in the business'
3 years, 11 months ago

'Jose makes players winners': Chris Wilder hails Mourinho as 'the best in the business'

Daily Mail  

Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder insists Jose Mourinho remains 'the best in the business' as his side prepare to host Tottenham. Sheffield United boss Chris Wilder has said that Jose Mourinho is still 'the best in the business' Mourinho was appointed by Tottenham in November 2019, 11 months after he was sacked by United, with the remit of ending their …

Klopp impressed with Mourinho turning Spurs into 'results machine'
4 years ago

Klopp impressed with Mourinho turning Spurs into 'results machine'

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho has proven he has risen above criticism and bounced back to stake his claim as being a top manager after guiding Tottenham Hotspur to the Premier League summit, Liverpool's Juergen Klopp said on Tuesday. Mourinho's Spurs have the best defensive record in the league and are ahead of reigning champions Liverpool on goal difference going into Wednesday's top-of-the-table …

Mourinho a new man but remains grounded on Spurs title hopes - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 1 month ago

Mourinho a new man but remains grounded on Spurs title hopes - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Having left Manchester United with a bitter taste two years ago, a new social media-friendly Jose Mourinho has quickly rediscovered his spark at Tottenham Hotspur, but despite Spurs' fine form, the Portuguese coach remains grounded. Instead, the man Mourinho singled out most for criticism last season -- Tanguy Ndombele -- is front and centre of the Spurs revolution, while an …

Mourinho and Spurs thriving on underdog status - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 1 month ago

Mourinho and Spurs thriving on underdog status - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

To paraphrase Mark Twain, the reports of Jose Mourinho’s demise as a top level manager have been greatly exaggerated. TOUGH ASK Mourinho’s appointment seemed designed to break the trophyless run at Tottenham since the 2008 League Cup. “We all want to perform for him, and to anyone saying those kind of things, as players we want to prove them wrong …

Spurs would have put 10 past United with 'attacking coach': Mourinho - Football News - Sportstar
4 years, 3 months ago

Spurs would have put 10 past United with 'attacking coach': Mourinho - Football News - Sportstar

The Hindu  

Tottenham Hotspur's Jose Mourinho delivered a sharp riposte to critics of his “defensive” style on Sunday, saying after its 6-1 Premier League win over Manchester United it would have scored 10 if only it had a more attacking coach. However, Sunday's victory, which followed a 7-2 win over Maccabi Haifa in Europe on Thursday, saw Spurs join Premier League top …

Does Jose Mourinho deserve more credit for salvaging Tottenham's season?
4 years, 5 months ago

Does Jose Mourinho deserve more credit for salvaging Tottenham's season?

Daily Mail  

When Tottenham lost at Sheffield United at the start of this month it felt like another of Jose Mourinho's managerial reigns was about to implode. Jose Mourinho watches on during his Tottenham side's victory at Newcastle on Wednesday Harry Kane celebrates scoring one of his two goals in the 3-1 win at St James' Park HAS MOURINHO CHANGED SPURS SINCE …

Jose Mourinho confident he can bring silverware to Spurs
4 years, 5 months ago

Jose Mourinho confident he can bring silverware to Spurs

The Hindu  

Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho is confident that he can deliver trophies at the Premier League club if he is given time like Jurgen Klopp at champion Liverpool. But the Portuguese pointed to Klopp, who joined Liverpool in 2015 and guided it to the Champions League, UEFA Super Cup and Club World Cup last year before ending its 30-year wait …

Tottenham news: Mourinho relishing first full Spurs season
4 years, 10 months ago

Tottenham news: Mourinho relishing first full Spurs season

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho is relishing his first full season at Tottenham despite claims he is regretting taking over as manager. He has won 10 of his 19 matches in charge, with sixth-placed Tottenham still four points behind his former club Chelsea in the race for the top four. The Portuguese conceded it has not been a straightforward start to his tenure …

Premier League: Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho excited about young signings Steven Bergwijn, Gedson Fernandes
4 years, 11 months ago

Premier League: Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho excited about young signings Steven Bergwijn, Gedson Fernandes

Firstpost  

Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho is excited about his latest young signings as he seeks to rebuild last season’s Champions League finalists following a slump this term that has left them struggling for a top-four spot in the Premier League. London: Tottenham Hotspur manager Jose Mourinho is excited about his latest young signings as he seeks to rebuild last season’s …

Jose Mourinho 'facing growing unrest from dismayed Tottenham players'
4 years, 11 months ago

Jose Mourinho 'facing growing unrest from dismayed Tottenham players'

Daily Mail  

Jose Mourinho is coming under increased scrutiny by Tottenham players amid growing unrest at his style within the squad, according to reports. Jose Mourinho's tactics and training methods are coming under scrutiny by Tottenham players Players are said to be unhappy with the 'uninspiring training sessions' held by the Spurs boss According to The Sun, Tottenham players have been left …

Mourinho 'not jealous' of Man City, Liverpool squads
4 years, 11 months ago

Mourinho 'not jealous' of Man City, Liverpool squads

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho insisted he was "not jealous" of the squads assembled by Liverpool and Manchester City, saying Tottenham was a different job. "I was watching Man City and I looked to the bench – Sterling, Bernardo Silva, Gundogan, Otamendi. The former Real Madrid, Inter and Chelsea boss – who would lead Porto to Champions League glory in 2004 – said …

Mourinho cannot imagine Bayern move: I'm so happy at Tottenham
5 years ago

Mourinho cannot imagine Bayern move: I'm so happy at Tottenham

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho says he cannot imagine taking charge of Bayern Munich as he is so settled at new club Tottenham. "I don't imagine myself in the Bayern job because I'm so happy at Tottenham," Mourinho told reporters ahead of Wednesday's Champions League clash between the sides. READ | Mourinho refusing to deal with hypotheticals over Eriksen's Tottenham future Spurs were …

Tottenham are being won over by new boss Jose Mourinho's charm offensive
5 years, 1 month ago

Tottenham are being won over by new boss Jose Mourinho's charm offensive

Daily Mail  

Twenty days without Mauricio Pochettino and Tottenham are moving on. ‘Things have changed.’ Jose Mourinho is winning over everyone at Tottenham with his charm offensive Spurs won 5-0 over Burnley on Saturday to make it four wins out of five under Mourinho Jose Mourinho has hurried the narrative along with a reminder of his political instinct as well as his …

Mourinho believes Premier League will not see another Wenger
5 years, 1 month ago

Mourinho believes Premier League will not see another Wenger

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho believes it is impossible for managers to match the 20-year dynasties that Alex Ferguson and Arsene Wenger achieved, with Premier League bosses now forced to "fight for our job every day". Former Chelsea and Manchester United manager Mourinho was appointed Tottenham head coach last week after Mauricio Pochettino was sacked just six months on from guiding Spurs to …

What Jose Mourinho will have learned from his first week in charge of Spurs
5 years, 1 month ago

What Jose Mourinho will have learned from his first week in charge of Spurs

Daily Mail  

Given the relationship between Jose Mourinho and Spurs before his arrival in north London, his first week in charge could not have gone much better. Jose Mourinho has won his first two matches in charge since taking over at Tottenham Hotspur The Portuguese manager will have learned plenty from the games he has overseen The Mourinho charm offensive It was …

Noble 'loves Mourinho as a manager' but West Ham skipper hopes to spoil big day of Tottenham boss
5 years, 1 month ago

Noble 'loves Mourinho as a manager' but West Ham skipper hopes to spoil big day of Tottenham boss

Daily Mail  

West Ham captain Mark Noble has revealed he 'loves' new Tottenham boss Jose Mourinho but he wants to spoil his debut on Saturday. West Ham midfielder Mark Noble hopes to be fit to face Tottenham on Saturday lunchtime He told the London Evening Standard: 'I said in a recent column that nothing surprises me in football any more. Hammers captain …

Jose Mourinho insists he doesn't need new signings at Spurs
5 years, 1 month ago

Jose Mourinho insists he doesn't need new signings at Spurs

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho insists he is completely happy with his Tottenham squad and does not feel the need to delve into the transfer market. Mourinho signed a three-and-a-half-year contract as Spurs' new head coach on Wednesday as last season's Champions League finalists moved quickly following the shock sacking of Mauricio Pochettino. Spurs heads into Saturday's Premier League game at West Ham, …

Without superclub baggage, Mourinho can help Tottenham
5 years, 1 month ago

Without superclub baggage, Mourinho can help Tottenham

The Hindu  

As football fans in the United Kingdom awoke bleary eyed to take in the Premier League story of the season, one word stood out in the statement announcing Jose Mourinho's appointment as Tottenham's head coach – a ghost of hubris past. No team outside Europe's "big five" leagues had won the Champions League in the eight years before Mourinho masterminded …

Mourinho promises "real passion" on Spurs appointment
5 years, 1 month ago

Mourinho promises "real passion" on Spurs appointment

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho promised “real passion” following his appointment as Tottenham Hotspur boss on Wednesday after Mauricio Pochettino was sacked by the struggling Premier League club. Passion for my job, but also passion for my club, that's the way I have been all my career.” The 56-year-old, who had been out of work since leaving United last December, signed a contract …

Mourinho signs for Spurs: Jose raids Lille for two coaches
5 years, 1 month ago

Mourinho signs for Spurs: Jose raids Lille for two coaches

The Hindu  

Tottenham has agreed a deal with Lille to bring in coaches Joao Sacramento and Nuno Santos to work with Jose Mourinho. Former Chelsea and Manchester United boss Mourinho was appointed Spurs' new head coach on Wednesday following Mauricio Pochettino's departure the previous day. Spurs moved quickly to begin securing the desired backroom setup for its new coach, as Lille confirmed …

Mourinho joins Spurs: Which are the talents to watch out for?
5 years, 1 month ago

Mourinho joins Spurs: Which are the talents to watch out for?

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho has been appointed as Tottenham's new head coach, returning to the Premier League in place of the sacked Mauricio Pochettino. The former Chelsea and Manchester United boss will be tasked with turning around Spurs' fortunes in the Premier League, as it lies a concerning 14th heading into the weekend. However, as well as those short-term issues, it appears …

Jose Mourinho pictured with Tottenham shirt for the first time
5 years, 1 month ago

Jose Mourinho pictured with Tottenham shirt for the first time

Daily Mail  

The image was unthinkable at the start of the week but reality is now setting in for Tottenham fans as Jose Mourinho has been unveiled proudly holding a Spurs shirt for the first time. Jose Mourinho is pictured proudly holding a Tottenham Hotspur shirt for the first time Long-serving boss Mauricio Pochettino was sensationally axed after five years in the …

Paul Gascoigne backs Jose Mourinho to triumph at Tottenham
5 years, 1 month ago

Paul Gascoigne backs Jose Mourinho to triumph at Tottenham

The Hindu  

Paul Gascoigne believes Tottenham's appointment of Jose Mourinho will energise the squad and prove an excellent decision. Tottenham great Gascoigne thinks Mourinho is the man to buck the trend of near-misses and, despite his adversarial managerial style, expects a reportedly fractured set of players to unite behind the new boss. The Tottenham Hotspur Supporters' Trust said it was "shocked and …

Can't beat him... hire him!
5 years, 1 month ago

Can't beat him... hire him!

Daily Mail  

It may come as no surprise that Jose Mourinho has been hired as the new Tottenham boss - after all his best record as a manager is against them. Mourinho's confirmation as the new Tottenham manager came on Wednesday morning following Mauricio Pochettino's sacking on Tuesday night. Mourinho's last result against Tottenham ended in a 3-0 defeat at Old Trafford …

Jose Mourinho: New Tottenham manager is ‘perfect fit’ and will win trophies says Graeme Souness
5 years, 1 month ago

Jose Mourinho: New Tottenham manager is ‘perfect fit’ and will win trophies says Graeme Souness

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Graeme Souness believes Jose Mourinho is the “perfect …

Jose Mourinho: Former Manchester United and Chelsea boss joins Sky Sports as Premier League pundit
5 years, 4 months ago

Jose Mourinho: Former Manchester United and Chelsea boss joins Sky Sports as Premier League pundit

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho will be keeping a close eye on the Premier League this season in a new punditry role with broadcaster Sky Sports. "The Premier League is a special competition for me, one that takes so much hard work to win and you just can't take your eyes off the matches every week," Mourinho said. Read: Uphill task for Steve …

Premier League: Former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho wants football return
5 years, 5 months ago

Premier League: Former Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho wants football return

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho is longing for a return to football management seven months after being sacked by Manchester United, but he is waiting for the "right project" to present itself. Mourinho, 56, spent two-and-a-half years at Old Trafford but was unable to make United serious title challengers. Mourinho has been linked with numerous jobs since leaving United, with Benfica, Lyon and …

Jose Mourinho: Former Manchester United boss targets June return
5 years, 9 months ago

Jose Mourinho: Former Manchester United boss targets June return

The Hindu  

Jose Mourinho has set his sights on a return to club management by June and says he knows exactly what kind of role he wants. READ | Pogba: 'Mourinho sacked due to results, not player power' Mourinho – who was linked with the Real Madrid role before Zinedine Zidane's return earlier this month – says he has turned down multiple …

Champions League: Calls for Jose Mourinho's return as Real Madrid manager intensify after Ajax humbling
5 years, 10 months ago

Champions League: Calls for Jose Mourinho's return as Real Madrid manager intensify after Ajax humbling

Firstpost  

Jose Mourinho, who won a La Liga title with 100 points, is already being touted as the man best suited to the lead the transformation at Real Madrid. It also effectively ended Madrid’s season, after successive defeats to Barcelona which sent them out of the Copa del Rey and put them 12 points adrift of Barca in the title race, …

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