Chapter 252 Ten-Game Winning Streak in the League!
What Chelsea coach Mourinho said in an interview spread throughout the media in England within a day, and his friends and colleagues also became the target of media digging.
In addition, Mourinho's former disciple and former Porto star Pexotto also disclosed an important piece of news. The star, currently playing for Espanyol, told the Barcelona media, "I know Mourinho is looking for a house in Milan."
The Spanish media also conclusively said, "Mourinho made contact with friends who live in Spain last night."
The rumors from the Spanish media have led to two possible future destinations for Mourinho, one is Inter Milan and the other is Real Madrid.
When Inter Milan coach Mancini had a poor record last season, the Italian media disclosed two "potential successors", one of which was Mourinho. In addition, Mourinho had made it clear that he had two more future coaching careers. An important plan, one is to feel the atmosphere of Serie A, and the other is to become the coach of the Portuguese national team, so it is not groundless for him to find a house in Milan, and it may even be true. At the same time, the "Daily Mirror" previously broke the news that A Real Madrid insider revealed that Mourinho was No.1 on the coaching list.
"The Times" once analyzed that Abramovich divided the responsibilities of the head coach into three parts, Mourinho was in charge of the first team affairs, Peter Kenyon was in charge of transfers, Arneson was in charge of the youth training system, and " The Sun analysis pointed out that Arneson, who had a bad relationship with Mourinho, even took over the transfer power.
De Bruyne, editor-in-chief of Holland magazine, who interviewed Hiddink, said: "Mourinho has reached a 'tipping point' with Chelsea, there is no doubt. There was something wrong with Arneson's relationship. Abramovich was clearly dissatisfied with the team's record, and he spent a lot of pounds to bring Chelsea's superstar, which did not integrate into the team under Mourinho. What's more, Chelsea haven't won the title for the past two seasons. Mourinho didn't bring anything to Chelsea, and two consecutive league runners-up results are good, but Abramovich needs more More. Now that there is a gap between Abramovich and Mourinho, it is normal for the Russians to pass on Mourinho's transfer power to Arneson."
Mourinho also has issues with some of the club's practices, regardless of whether Shevchenko and Ballack are the players he advocates buying. Just let go of the two deals of William Gallas and Huth. Makes Mourinho annoyed.
After Terry's injury, the central defender's position has become a black hole for Chelsea. Mourinho even placed Essien in the position closest to the goalkeeper. Yesterday, Terry's new injury was reported, and his comeback time is likely to be delayed.
If Gallas and Huth were still in the team, Mourinho would certainly not have such a headache.
In any case, Mourinho's departure is certain, and his relationship with club president Roman Abramovich has reached a tipping point. According to sources. "They only rely on third parties to communicate."
Many media believe that the main reason for the rapid deterioration of the relationship between the two is Andrei Shevchenko. According to insiders, Mourinho is "very, very angry" at the boss's insistence.
Now the Russians even thought of firing Mourinho's right-hand man Clark, and hired an Israeli assistant who could speak Russian to help Shevchenko get back to his state as soon as possible. The Israeli coach Abu trusted was the technical director of Portsmouth Avram Grant.
Mourinho was furious when he found out about this. In an interview with the media after the game, he said that Clark's imminent dismissal was "pure nonsense". "If the club has this intention. They better take me and He's working together."
So how long will Mourinho stay at Chelsea?
The most likely answer is, "This season is over."
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When Chelsea's coaching change rumors are lively. Wan Sheng was also asked relevant questions. He was a little 'sighed' at Mourinho's departure. The two were rivals for three consecutive seasons, and he also won two championship trophies under each other's hands. I don't want Mourinho to leave, the reason is this, "If the Premier League loses the Portuguese, there will be a lot of things missing, and if he does leave, I will also miss the game between them."
At the same time, Manchester United manager Ferguson also said, "It will make me very disappointed. I like to have him around. When we meet after the game, you can see that he is a good person. I also enjoy working with him. Competition, I don't know what's going on right now."
It is not only Wansheng and Ferguson who support Mourinho, but the Premier League coaches have expressed their hope that Mourinho will stay.
Arsenal manager Arsene Wenger also said he felt Mourinho would stay. "I can't talk about Chelsea because I don't know what happened there, but I think he will stay."
Talking about the limited power of Mourinho in the media, Wenger believes that the head coach can only play a role if he has the full support of the club. "A head coach should have his work authority. I am very lucky to come to Arsenal to coach. , I was able to work here for 10 years thanks to the environment at the club, from the start you get all the freedom to work the way you want. Chelsea's structure may be different, but I can't comment because I don't Know who has the final say over there."
Fulham boss Coleman said they must be mentally ill if they were to let Jose Mourinho go. The higher-ups would make such a stupid decision."
"I hope Mourinho doesn't go," said Newcastle manager Rodell. "He's a great manager. If he leaves, it will be a huge loss for the Premier League."
Chelsea's Ivorian striker Didier Drogba also said that it would be painful if Mourinho left, "Mourinho has built a culture and it has become Chelsea's culture and we all love his coaching. The way he brings confidence to the team. Losing him would be excruciatingly painful and a sad parting for the players because it would mean losing a friend. I don't know what's going to happen, but if it happens, That would be sad. There are rumors all over the place now, but hopefully he will stay."
Many of these colleagues have expressed support for Mourinho, and Wansheng is also very sighed. So when he left, would there be so many people praising and supporting him?
he does not know.
But Wan Sheng suddenly smiled, feeling a little ridiculous.
How much is said in the media, how much is said by others, and what's the point?
These solidarity with Mourinho included himself. But face the media. What I said is not entirely from my heart, let alone other coaches, so their support may not be sincere. Similarly, when they are about to leave, they may say the same thing, but what's the point of that? ?
Currently still leading the game. It only makes sense to get more championships!
Wansheng was more determined.
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a week later. Manchester City welcome Blackburn at home.
There is no suspense in this game.
With their home advantage, Manchester City launched a frantic offensive against Blackburn in the half, and played a wonderful cooperation one by one. Although the team played not the entire main lineup, Manchester City still won the opponent 3:1.
Three days later, Manchester City ushered in the FA Cup, the opponent is the Championship team Southampton, this is also a home game.
Southampton have done well this season. They are currently in the top four in the Championship and are expected to qualify for the Premier League next season. They don't pay much attention to the FA Cup, but they are still very 'challenging' and have sent all the main force to face Manchester City.
They are competitive.
Southampton coach Peter Lost said before the game, "We won't admit defeat easily. Even if we face the first place in the Premier League, we will fight for victory."
This was understood by the Manchester City media as a 'provocation'.
A British Championship team dares to say "win" in front of "the Premier League number one", especially when the venue is still Manchester Stadium. Isn't this a provocation?
In this game, Manchester City told them with great strength that provocation requires a price.
At 8:0, Manchester City created a bloody-lingering massacre-killing massacre.
In the game, the Manchester City players played quite active, and everyone was in good shape. As a result, they scored four goals in the first and second half. In the face of Manchester City's crazy offensive, Southampton's goal seemed to be undefended and was pierced again and again.
The last goal came in the 74th minute of the game, and the on-site commentator Berbat lost his enthusiasm when he shouted for the goal, "The goal is scored, it's Boateng, and the German defender is also unwilling to play behind. A front assist and it turned out to be a good chance in front of goal."
"8:0, I can't bear to watch it anymore."
"Southampton really shouldn't be provocative before the game, but if they do, they have to accept the consequences, they just don't know if their manager Peter Ross has the courage..."
The screen switched to Peter Rost, who was very cooperative and folded his head in the coach's bench, looking like he couldn't bear to look directly at the game.
"He doesn't seem to have the courage." Berbat added amusingly.
On the other hand, Wan Sheng, who was sitting on the other side, appeared to be full of demeanor. He was talking to Pierce and pointed to the court from time to time, as if he was talking about a certain player, but in fact, Wan Sheng was saying, "Stuart, See? This is the end of provoking us! 8 goals! We will use 8 goals to kill the chickens and tell everyone that provoking us will not end well!"
Pierce couldn't help but smile bitterly, and he felt a little sympathetic to Southampton.
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The slaughter battle with Southampton is over soon.
Due to the schedule conflict, the league with Arsenal was postponed. Manchester City soon ushered in the opponent Reading in the 26th round. Manchester City is still playing at home. With the great victory in the FA Cup, Manchester City easily 2:0 defeated the opponent.
After this victory, Manchester City's winning streak in the league has reached 10 games.
Ten consecutive league wins!
This is a rare achievement!
The second day after the game, even the hostile Daily Mirror could not help but say sourly, "Manchester City are in great shape after Christmas, they are almost unstoppable in the league. Ten consecutive victories, other teams are It's time to seriously consider how to stop this rising 'game machine'." (To be continued~^~)