Jose Mourinho has hit back at pundits who “could not resolve their own problems” while they were managers.
“Some of the guys with an opinion couldn’t resolve their own problems when they were managers so they are giving opinions like they have solutions for everything but is not like that,” Mourinho said at a news conference on Friday.
“They are in a position where they can give opinions about everything. Sometimes I read and listen, sometimes I don’t. This week, I was more focused on enjoying Champions League and Europa League and preparing my match than be focused on opinions.”
The Portuguese coach praised the United fans who travelled to Selhurst Park, and the 55-year-old, who has been critical of the atmosphere at Old Trafford, has told supporters they have a role to play against Liverpool.
“It helps,” Mourinho said. “At Crystal Palace, I can imagine if we are losing 2-0 and our away fans, how many, 2,000?
“We could feel disapproval, criticism or support. At 2-0 down, we only felt support and at 2-1 we felt more belief and at 2-2 we felt they want us to go for it. They can help. Old Trafford is a huge majority of Manchester United fans, so they can help.”
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