'I prefer not to speak' : Jose Mourinho channels iconic rants after brutal Champions League exit

'I prefer not to speak' : Jose Mourinho channels iconic rants after brutal Champions League exit

Eric Munene 15:32 - 14.08.2024

Fenerbahçe's will miss out on champions league action this season

Jose Mourinho, famed for his outspoken and often controversial comments, has revisited one of his most memorable rants following Fenerbahçe's dramatic elimination from the Champions League.

The Turkish side, managed by Mourinho, lost 3-2 on aggregate to Lille after a last-minute penalty decision that sparked his frustration.

The penalty, awarded in the 118th minute for a handball by Jayden Oosterwolde, was initially missed by the referee but was later given after VAR intervention.

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Jonathan David’s successful spot-kick sealed Fenerbahçe's fate and condemned them to another season in the Europa League.

At the post-match press conference, Mourinho echoed his iconic line from 2014 when he faced similar frustrations with refereeing decisions.

Reflecting on the controversial penalty, Mourinho said, "I prefer not to continue with this sentence. Because if I say it, I will get into trouble. It’s better not to talk about the penalty."

The reference to his 2014 rant came after his first yellow card of the season, earned for dissent during a Super Lig match against Adana Demirspor.

In both instances, Mourinho's remarks highlight his consistent criticism of officiating, demonstrating his unchanging stance on controversial refereeing decisions.

Mourinho’s latest outburst shows his enduring belief that refereeing decisions often undermine his team's efforts.

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