Mourinho’s Views on Pogba’s World Cup Triumph:
Jose Mourinho attributes Paul Pogba’s perceived decline at Manchester United to his victorious stint with France in the 2018 World Cup.
Despite their promising start together at United, Mourinho believes Pogba lost his way following the World Cup triumph, leading to a deterioration in their relationship.
The Fractured relationship between Jose Mourinho and Pogba
Although Jose Mourinho and Pogba initially experienced success together, tensions arose between them before Mourinho departed from Manchester United in December 2018. A notable clash occurred when Mourinho expressed displeasure over Pogba’s social media activity during a match, reflecting a breakdown in their rapport. This discord led to Pogba’s exclusion from the starting lineup in Mourinho’s final matches in charge.
”The only thing I say is that it happens with almost everybody in some moments of your career: you lose a little bit the sense of who you are and what you have to be,” Mourinho told The Telegraph.
”The season after France won the [2018] World Cup, I think Paul came back different.
”The World Cup brought him into a dimension where football was not the most important thing for him. Sharing the philosophy of everyone; everyone with the same level of responsibilities.”
Mourinho expressed disappointment at the lack of support he received, feeling let down when player influence overshadowed his coaching authority.
”When you are not supported … because the player is more important or what the player represents is more important – then you are in a fragile situation. Even if you are a coach with so much experience as was my case.”
Pogba’s Troubled Post-United Journey:
Following Mourinho’s exit, Pogba remained at Manchester United for four more years before rejoining Juventus. However, his return to Italy was marred by injuries and controversy, culminating in a four-year ban from football after failing a drugs test. Pogba faces an uncertain future in the sport, with his ban extending until shortly before his 35th birthday.
Sports Buddy reported in previous bews that Juventus midfielder Paul Pogba has come out to defend himself after being slapped with a sensational four-year doping ban.
Jose Mourinho’s stance on Pogba’s ban
Despite their past disagreements, Mourinho has expressed empathy for Pogba’s hardships, emphasizing that he takes no pleasure in witnessing his downfall.
”I am not enjoying Paul’s situation at all,” Mourinho said.
