Jose Mourinho's press conference - Burnley(A) | 13:30 BST | Quotes updated in OP

[Greek9]

And your happy with the dis-jointed squad, playing style and bore tactics?

Your happy to STILL be playing Jones/Smalling CB cos Jose has won the P/L previously?

Up your expectations. Jose will never win the league for us. Never

Says who? The nobody from nowhere? I can say we will win the next 3 league titles in a row with Jose, matters very little, cause both are stupid predictions, if United is not winning the League it definitely won't be cause of Jose, if Jose fails this season and the next if he is still here then maybe it's time to look elsewhere for the problem after 3 coaches in a row failing to win something significant with the team, be it the strong opponents such as City, be it the many bad playes in the squad, i don't know i can't know, but it most certainly isn't the coach.

You'd think for a coach that has won at least 1 major trophy in all his previous teams, it could be that the reason he ain't winning with this one isn't solely on him?

 

[Steven7290]

Starting to love him more and more in the face of this current adversity. Kinda disappointed that more of our own supporters on the caf seem to have come down on the other side of the clear press campaign to try and bully him out. I will support a manager of his stature not taking questions like ‘are you still a great manager’ from cretins like them by just saying ‘let’s talk about the match’. I don’t get some of you guys. Simply because you obviously want a new manager, he should now be more humble and respectful to those utter retards who will simply bully the next manager who replaces him anyway, as long as it isn’t Steven Gerrard or Frank Lampard anyway.

Same here. Hated his gut before he came, heck even the first half season I still disliked him.

 

[Thepinhead]

Yes, but he didn’t say that, did he. If my boss publically stated that he’d worked miracles in my department then myself and my work colleagues would be pissed off.

No but my point is that with these sort of questions and answers you can interpret it the way you want depending on the way you look at it. Mourinho said it himself in the exact same interview.

"Hegal says, the truth is in the whole. It's always in the whole that you find the truth".

So fact is we only get to see and hear a small part of what is going on which leaves a lot for the imagination.

 

[FerociousCorgis]

all i know is the quality of footy has been shite, still looks like shite, and apart from a half against spurs where it was essentially controlled chaos that included mainly a lot of running without creating many clear cut chances I have no faith that it will change anytime soon.

 

[Smores]

Yes, but he didn’t say that, did he. If my boss publically stated that he’d worked miracles in my department then myself and my work colleagues would be pissed off.

He also didn't say what you said though did he?

My word, does your band of 'merry' little men have some side conversation on here to decide what agenda to push as you've all drip fed the same exact bollocks line like you always do, perhaps you just see the first one do it and instinctively parrot it?

Insufferable

 

[AndyJ1985]

Starting to love him more and more in the face of this current adversity. Kinda disappointed that more of our own supporters on the caf seem to have come down on the other side of the clear press campaign to try and bully him out. I will support a manager of his stature not taking questions like ‘are you still a great manager’ from cretins like them by just saying ‘let’s talk about the match’. I don’t get some of you guys. Simply because you obviously want a new manager, he should now be more humble and respectful to those utter retards who will simply bully the next manager who replaces him anyway, as long as it isn’t Steven Gerrard or Frank Lampard anyway.

The mistake you make is to assume those of us who want him out have been influenced in any way by the media. I couldn't give a shite what the media say or what agenda they have against him. I simply watch United and base my opinion on what I see, and what I see is a steaming pile of shit. That's why I want Mourinho out.

 

[nainaisson]

I prefer Heidegger

Heidegger was a card-carrying member of the Nazi party, I think. If Jose had quoted him, every headline in England would have been along the lines of "Mourinho Reveals Love For Hitler" or "Mourinho's Secret Nazi Past".

 

[Garethw]

He also didn't say what you said though did he?

My word, does your band of 'merry' little men have some side conversation on here to decide what agenda to push as you've all drip fed the same exact bollocks line like you always do, perhaps you just see the first one do it and instinctively parrot it?

Insufferable

Band of merry little men?

By the way, we don’t need an agenda. The absolutely fecking shite football that Mourinho has this team playing, coupled with his toxic personality is all the ammunition that is needed.

You’re taking all of this far too seriously mate. After all, as supporters all we want is what’s best for the club. We just differ on our opinion of whether Mourinho is the right man for the job

 

[Water Melon]

Band of merry little men?

By the way, we don’t need an agenda. The absolutely fecking shite football that Mourinho has this team playing, coupled with his toxic personality is all the ammunition that is needed.

You’re taking all of this far too seriously mate. After all, as supporters all we want is what’s best for the club. We just differ on our opinion of whether Mourinho is the right man for the job

Exactly this.

 

[Amir]

all i know is the quality of footy has been shite, still looks like shite, and apart from a half against spurs where it was essentially controlled chaos that included mainly a lot of running without creating many clear cut chances I have no faith that it will change anytime soon.

Sums it up. I find it funny to see people saying they support him now more because of the media.

I couldn't care less about the media. The only thing that matters is if he's doing a good job for United. Answer is no.

 

[Cloud7]

Says who? The nobody from nowhere? I can say we will win the next 3 league titles in a row with Jose, matters very little, cause both are stupid predictions, if United is not winning the League it definitely won't be cause of Jose, if Jose fails this season and the next if he is still here then maybe it's time to look elsewhere for the problem after 3 coaches in a row failing to win something significant with the team, be it the strong opponents such as City, be it the many bad playes in the squad, i don't know i can't know, but it most certainly isn't the coach.

You'd think for a coach that has won at least 1 major trophy in all his previous teams, it could be that the reason he ain't winning with this one isn't solely on him?

United as a club have been successful under TWO managers in our whole history. It’s not beyond the realms of possibility that we made three bad managerial appointments in a row.

 

[Zoo]

The first question is an absolute shocker , referencing something the crowd was chanting.

The BBC sent their chief sports reporter to the presser to ask this stupid opening question instead of the usual Simon Stone. Pretty sad.

 

[Ramshock]

And your happy with the dis-jointed squad, playing style and bore tactics?

Your happy to STILL be playing Jones/Smalling CB cos Jose has won the P/L previously?

Up your expectations. Jose will never win the league for us. Never

Whats Jones and Smalling still being at the club got to do with Jose? We know he wanted better CBs.

 

[Rozay]

The mistake you make is to assume those of us who want him out have been influenced in any way by the media. I couldn't give a shite what the media say or what agenda they have against him. I simply watch United and base my opinion on what I see, and what I see is a steaming pile of shit. That's why I want Mourinho out.

That’s not what I’m talking about. I’m talking about the reaction on here to him standing up to the media. Many seem to be taking the side of those pricks, simply because they want to see more shots on goal or whatever it is. He’s still our manager, and the way he’s being targeted is a disgrace, but I guess many don’t care because ‘free-flowing football’. He’s being so blatantly disrespected, and the reaction of many to that is what disappoints me.

And on a separate note, I’m almost certain many fans have been influenced by the media regarding him anyway.

 

[Janson]

I like this Jose. As long as he doesn't blame his own players, I don't care what he says to piss off other managers and the media.

You can obviously tell by the posts in this thread that he's also pissed of all the Spurs and Liverpool lovers on here as well.

 

[Janson]

The sad fact about this is, no matter what he says or does in the press conference if he doesn't win the next couple of games he is in big trouble. Imagine he loses tomorrow and then loses after the international break? It's all over imo.

I think it would be worse if we win tomorrow to paper over the cracks, then lose next couple of games after we come back because the heat on him will reset will wind up slowly until he leaves. Every time he wins, that momentum stops.

So you want us to lose?

 

[JohnnyKills]

The mistake you make is to assume those of us who want him out have been influenced in any way by the media. I couldn't give a shite what the media say or what agenda they have against him. I simply watch United and base my opinion on what I see, and what I see is a steaming pile of shit. That's why I want Mourinho out.

+1

 

[Janson]

My problem is that even if we win 0-5 I'd still have doubts. Not regular enough, unpredictable...

That's why I keep sayin' we need 8-10 consecutive wins, starting with Burnley.

So it has to be 10 to be regular enough? How about we bump it up to 15 for good measure?

You support Barcelona and United? That explains things. This ain't la liga mate.

 

[DownRiver]

So you want us to lose?

I would rather us win every game until the end of the season, but that's not going to happen.

 

[Janson]

Edit.

 

[Che Guevara]

Suddenly the Burnley match has assumed some unexpected significance.

 

[El Jefe]

It really is insulting to ask Mourinho if he's still one of the greatest managers in the world if he doesn't win the league with United.

Imagine asking Fergie that crap in 2006 on the back of no PL title in 3 years. I'm pretty sure his response would be filled with disgust just as Jose's was.

 

[Poksey]

Says who? The nobody from nowhere? I can say we will win the next 3 league titles in a row with Jose, matters very little, cause both are stupid predictions, if United is not winning the League it definitely won't be cause of Jose, if Jose fails this season and the next if he is still here then maybe it's time to look elsewhere for the problem after 3 coaches in a row failing to win something significant with the team, be it the strong opponents such as City, be it the many bad playes in the squad, i don't know i can't know, but it most certainly isn't the coach.

You'd think for a coach that has won at least 1 major trophy in all his previous teams, it could be that the reason he ain't winning with this one isn't solely on him?

I dont think many people believe its all Mourinho at fault. But as for your idea that "not winning wouldnt be because of Jose", I dont agree. Pretend you are the manager of Burnley, and tell me what you think United's gameplan will be?

Ive watched every game except 2 of the Jose Mourinho United tenure. I cant really tell you what the plan is. They have a target man at striker, but are pretty horrible at crossing. They have some pace and athleticism on the wings with Martial, Rashford, Alexis, and to a lesser extent Lingard, yet they dont make runs into dangerous positions. The midfield usually fails to control the game, and the center backs are lacking. Shaw is the only fullback on the roster (Young, Valencia, Darmian) who will actually attempt to make runs. Valencia and Young are converted wingers, so that should be what they can do best.

For the most part, they seem to play like a counter attacking squad, but without any counter attacking. LVG (as boring as it was to watch) at least had a philosophy of possession based offense. With Mourinho, I dont see many runs, terrible crossing, indecision while in possession, and too slow a buildup to be good at counter attacking. What is the offensive philosophy? That comes down to the manager.

 

[Janson]

If it wasn't for DGG we wouldn't have made the top four. So points total is meaningless.

If points total is meaningless then who cares even if we finish 6th as long as we're entertaining right?

I kind of understand people being upset about the style of football, but the Jose bashers who are clinging on to the DDG saved us argument are clearly reaching.

 

[adexkola]

Starting to love him more and more in the face of this current adversity. Kinda disappointed that more of our own supporters on the caf seem to have come down on the other side of the clear press campaign to try and bully him out. I will support a manager of his stature not taking questions like ‘are you still a great manager’ from cretins like them by just saying ‘let’s talk about the match’. I don’t get some of you guys. Simply because you obviously want a new manager, he should now be more humble and respectful to those utter retards who will simply bully the next manager who replaces him anyway, as long as it isn’t Steven Gerrard or Frank Lampard anyway.

Same.

 

[Rozay]

If it wasn't for DGG we wouldn't have made the top four. So points total is meaningless.

DDG is one of our players. He’s supposed to be helping us achieve. It’s not like he’s the fecking ref or something.

 

[Janson]

Mourinho reminds me of Donald Trump. Completely unable to accept any form of criticism. Completely convinced of the rightness of everything he does, even when it's proved to be flawed or downright incorrect. Constant need to attack and belittle his rivals and detractors. Depicts everything he has done as being incredible, without exception. Never accepts any blame for anything that goes wrong. Monstrous egotism and egocentrism. Previous record of bigotry, particularly towards women.

How did the journos fail to come up with that one?

 

[el3mel]

How did the journos fail to come up with that one?

Some of our posters here are more creative than the journalists themselves.

 

[Rolaholic]

Sums it up. I find it funny to see people saying they support him now more because of the media.

I couldn't care less about the media. The only thing that matters is if he's doing a good job for United. Answer is no.

It's laughable,the only thing that matters at this point are the results on the football pitch come matchday. The press circus should have no bearing on anything

 

[Poksey]

It's laughable,the only thing that matters at this point are the results on the football pitch come matchday. The press circus should have no bearing on anything

Remember the love the fans gave when LVG pulled the old flop routine, folder and pen in hand?

 

[Janson]

It’s beyond belief that people fail to see football as simply as it is. Cycles, top teams, money, youth. Repeat. We had one of the longest cycles in history, with the best youth, manager and money.

Now that it’s someone else’s turn and the fact they are vastly ahead of us (lots of behind the scenes reasons) they throw toys out of the pram and need someone to blame.

It's not really that hard to believe though. Especially those who have been spoiled their whole life and have never seen any kind of adversity. Of course they're going to lose their shit when they don't get their way. Just look at that guy who insulted 90% of the fans and then started boycotting the club.

 

[Ashley R1+O]

"Gone after today" Oh my word sometimes I wonder why you lot even watch us play. Must be soft torture.

The journalists in England are horrendous, the club should step in and start curating them and/or ban them if this continues. It is completely pointless but to stoke a feud so they can fill column inches with dirge. How about, feck right off.

 

[minoo-utd]

Stupid questions really. He got the right to say what he wants regarding what those Journos ask.
Tbf I hope he becomes more careless with the media and so.

 

[jem]

I just watched the whole conference, and I have to say he did nothing wrong there. He was asked several, ridiculous, borderline insulting questions and answered them with the disdain that they deserved. What's more, he kept his composure the whole time, unlike after the Spurs match, when the '3' line was a bit forced.

I can't stand the kind of football that we are playing these days, and Mourinho must bear the brunt of responsibility for that (although I think the likes of Pogba, Jones/Bailly/Lindelof, Mata, Sanchez and Lukaku all owe him and the fans a more consistent performance level.) I also think his preseason moaning/demeanour was all a bit much, and unnecessarily negative. However, since the window closed, he seems to have just gotten on with it, and Tottenham post-match aside, has come across very well in his press conferences, in my opinion.

Of course, the only thing that really matters is what happens on the pitch, but the media have been disgraceful in their continual attempts to goad Mourinho. By the way, who was the journalist that asked whether he would still be great if this season didn't turn around? Pathetic attempt at journalism. As well, the first question about Spurs singing was moronic - and Jose's answer was perfect.

 

[VanHaal'sRedArmy]

Time to start banning journos again. Just for old times sake.

 

[RedDevil@84]

All the press conference threads should be renamed to freak out threads. The no of people who lose it whenever Jose opens his mouth to the fickle press is incredible.

 

[SER19]

Someone seems triggered. Calm down there. It's not that serious.

'Triggered' congratulations you win a set of steak knives

 

[spwd]

Some fans believe that Manchester United is still one of the greatest clubs in the world (and yes, it is!) even when the club doesn't seem to be doing well. But the same fans do not want to believe that Mourinho is still one of the greatest managers in the world because he seems not be doing well at the moment.

Good point.

 

[manunited1919]

Starting to love him more and more in the face of this current adversity. Kinda disappointed that more of our own supporters on the caf seem to have come down on the other side of the clear press campaign to try and bully him out. I will support a manager of his stature not taking questions like ‘are you still a great manager’ from cretins like them by just saying ‘let’s talk about the match’. I don’t get some of you guys. Simply because you obviously want a new manager, he should now be more humble and respectful to those utter retards who will simply bully the next manager who replaces him anyway, as long as it isn’t Steven Gerrard or Frank Lampard anyway.

This. We are just 3 games into the season, and half the team was not even available when we started the season. We need to get some wins on the board and start a good run, with Mourinho and the team we have it will happen. I can easily understand the ABU press criticizing everything about the manager and trying to drive a wedge in our team; but I cannot understand those supposedly MUFC “fans” that want him (and our team) to fail. Many here in the CAF need to take a step back and just let Mourinho do his job with the support he deserves.

 

[Grande]

It's laughable,the only thing that matters at this point are the results on the football pitch come matchday. The press circus should have no bearing on anything

I actually find myself starting to cheer for him as reaction to a part of our own supporters. I’ve some times thought of a poster lately ‘Wow, do you only ever write negative comments?’ And then checked, and mostly it tirns out to be true. And some of them even complain about Mourinho ‘moaning’, ‘being negative’ and ‘toxic’. He is just so much more balanced, reasonable and good natured than half the posters criticizing him or anything to do with the club this season so far.