05 May 2018 08:39:00
Jose's comments post match were spot on, in my opinion. I know you could argue that some players hadn't played in a while and that this could account for the rusty performance. But ask yourself this - when the likes of Solskjaer, Butt and P. Neville came into the the team after a long absence did they not play with 100% effort and commitment? The same cannot be said of our current crop. Overpaid and mentally weak. Maybe it's more a sign of the times with modern players. I've said before that Jose will never play free flowing football of Sir Alex, Klopp or Pep. But he will play entertaining football that will win us trophies, but the players have to actually give a damn. I recall Jose saying a while ago that he still believes in his ability to win matches, but he added "but I'm not on the pitch" (or words to that effect) . bso much individual ability in this squad but some just treat each game like a cup final. Jose needs a Keane and Schmeichel in the dressing room.


1.) 05 May 2018
05 May 2018 09:22:59
*some just don't treat each game like a cup final - sorry for the typo.


2.) 05 May 2018
05 May 2018 09:23:01
His comments are normally pretty on the ball - the problem is he is the person tasked with rectifying all the problems he bitches about. He is not a fan or a paid pundit, he is the person accountable for all the things he is moaning about. The players are his representatives, they reflect the work he does in preparing them mentally and physically - if they aren't up to the job he needs to look in the mirror, not try and transfer blame!

These players are all full internationals who cost a fortune in transfer fees and or wages - he has no right to moan. He is paid to resolve the problems he identifies every week, not highlight them publicly as if he is having some sudden epiphany - we could have had Dennis Law in his prime up top last night and it wouldn't have made one blind bit of difference, he is twisting the issue with his Lukaku BS.


3.) 05 May 2018
05 May 2018 09:24:18
Players complaining about lack of playing time and perform like that.

Jose was spot on in his comments.