The most-venerable performer in English football may be exiting the stage, but there is still room for an older generation. Mauricio Pochettino, 46, represents the best of upcoming, younger managers and, of course, he still exudes the excitement of potential. But Jose Mourinho, 55, just keeps setting his clubs up to win trophies.
He’s won nothing this season yet. But he remains on course to keep his trophy counter ticking over. And his sheer cussedness when it comes to collecting silverware can only be admired. United looked as though they might be overwhelmed in the opening exchanges of this match. But a Mourinho team is nothing if not redoubtable with a trophy at stake. Two were won last season; the cheapest two available, but nevertheless, they bought their manager time.
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