Jose Mourinho reveals why he didn’t pull off any massive celebration after Roma reached Europa League’s final

Jose Mourinho believes that Xabi Alonso, who played under him at Real Madrid, is doing a brilliant job in Bayern Leverkusen.

Xabi Alonso played under Jose Mourinho during his time in Real Madrid

Jose Mourinho makes name again after Roma qualifies for the Europa League final. The Portuguese manager spoke in an interview about not making a running celebration. The manager who is known for his celebration and statements after winning made no running celebration after his side moved to the final of the Europa League on Thursday.

Jose Mourinho’s side faced Xabi Alonso’s Bayern Leverkusen. The Portuguese tactician said Xabi Alonso ‘is doing an extraordinary job‘. The Portuguese tactician was unable to celebrate in front of Xabi Alonso due to his ‘agility’.

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Jose Mourinho termed Xabi Alonso a ‘friend’. The Portuguese tactician managed the Spaniard during his days in Real Madrid. The Roma coach also said that the Bayern Leverkusen tactician has the potential of becoming the best coach. The Portuguese even said he sees the qualities of Pep Guardiola in the former Real Madrid player.

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Jose Mourinho said he didn't run to celebrate after advancing to the Europa League final out of respect for his friend, Xabi Alonso ❤️ pic.twitter.com/K0Cuuazu0k
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AS Roma locked horns with Bayern Leverkusen. The second leg didn’t witness any goals. The Jose Mourinho side was successful in defending their only goal from the first leg. The Portuguese tactician’s silent celebration to respect Xabi Alonso gained him ‘respect’ like always.

Jose Mourinho opens up about his feeling after Roma qualified for the final

IMG COM 20230520 0026 17 0681 — Jose Mourinho praises his players in his post-match interview

AS Roma brushed aside Bayern Leverkusen to qualify for the Europa League final. The Roma coach Jose Mourinho opens up after the victory. Roma was successful in defending their lead against Xabi Alonso’s Bayern Leverkusen.

Jose Mourinho spoke in the post-match interview after Roma’s victory. The Portuguese boss spoke that his interest is not to place himself in Roma’s history. What he has done is not for his personal fame but for the kids and fans.

Roma hadn't reached a European final for 31 years and had never won one until Jose Mourinho arrived.

He's led them to back-to-back European finals in his first two seasons at the club ? pic.twitter.com/aSVjtsuacE
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The Portuguese manager wants the young minds of Roma to achieve great heights. He thanks all the fans who have believed in him since day one. Jose Mourinho lastly praises his own players who have used a perfect blend of wisdom, experience, and hard work in the Semi-final.

Jose Mourinho’s Roma will be facing Jose Luis Mendilibar Sevilla in the Europa League Final. The Portuguese will expect the Serie A side to win the final after taking the team to the final for the second time.