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The Athletic FC Tactics Podcast

Has modern football left Mourinho behind?

Jan 18, 2024
Michael Cox, Mark Carey, and Liam Tharme discuss whether modern football has left Mourinho behind. They analyze his coaching style, adaptability, and success in knockout matches, as well as his suitability for international management. The podcast also explores the importance of timing and coaching styles in international football.
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Quick takeaways

  • Modern football's focus on attacking and high-intensity play has made Mourinho's defensive style appear outdated.
  • Mourinho's defensive approach and tactical adaptability could still make him well-suited to international management.

Deep dives

Mourinho's Time at Roma: Mixed Results and Lack of Tactical Flexibility

Jose Mourinho's time at Roma has been a mixed bag. While he managed to win the Europa League and reach the final of the Conference League, his overall record against top Italian teams was poor. In his 26 league games against Milan, Inter, Lazio, Juventus, and Napoli, Roma only won four and lost 16, with a lackluster scoring record. One of the main criticisms of Mourinho's style is his defensive approach and the limited tactical flexibility, leading to stagnant and unappealing football when things are not going well. Additionally, the fact that other teams have been able to win the Scudetto in recent years raises questions about Mourinho's ability to compete for the league title. Despite his successes in cup competitions, the statistics suggest that Mourinho has not left Roma in a significantly better state than when he arrived.

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