Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho proved all doubters wrong by winning a 2-0 the 2017 Europa League final against Ajax Amsterdam Wednesday. He also ensuring a palce in the next season’s Champions League.
“We always thought win the Europa League and we are very happy,” Mourinho told. “We played cleverly and at our hands. We are much stronger than they. When you dominate in the air, it is better to play long.
“There are a lot of poets in football, but poets rarely win titles. We knew we were better than Ajax and we exploited their weak points. But of course I would have prepared to exchange this trophy for the lives of the victims of Manchester bombing.” he added.
Moreover, former Chelsea manager did not hesitate to scratch some English Premier League clubs. Indeed, many specialists have highlighted the disappointing campaign of the Red Devils in Premier League this season.
Mourinho added although finished at the 6th place in the Premier League this season, but to win a European title is better than to finish 2nd or 3rd without gain anything.
“It’s a very difficult season. But it’s a very, very good season.”Mourinho told again. “We preferred to join the Champions League in this way by finishing 4th, 3rd, or 2nd in the tournament. We are back in Champions League after winning an important trophy.” former Real- Madrid manager added.
Even if he puts forward the possibility of winning an additional title, it is rather the prospect of a qualification for the Champions League that motivates Mourinho. Since the win of the Europa League, which he already won with FC Porto in 2003, did not really seem to interest him at the start of the season.
“It’s not a competition for Manchester United, it’s not the competition I want or the players want.” the Special One told again.
Jose Mourinho sets historic record with Manchester United’s UEFA Europa League win. (Source:www.fansided.com)
Manchester United fans were chanting the name of the Special One, who by no means, brought them a third trophy this season after the Community Shield and the English League Cup. Mourinho also knows how to approach the national final with eight wins in then attempts.
