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Jose Mourinho provides verdict on Man United star after Chelsea win
JOSE MOURINHO acknowledged Ander Herrera for his role in Manchester United’s victory over Chelsea.
Ander Herrera stayed on the pitch for the full 90 minutes this time against Chelsea
Manchester United put themselves back in the frame for a top-four spot after a 2-0 win over Chelsea at Old Trafford yesterday.
Herrera provided the assist for Marcus Rashford, who started up front alongside Jesse Lingard.
The Spaniard was sent off in last month’s FA Cup tie against the visitors at Stamford Bridge.
Jose Mourinho gave his assessment on Ander Herrera's display
He had a tough time because the referee in that match [the cup tie] created a problem
But this time, he man-marked Eden Hazard and kept the Blues’ star player quiet.
And Mourinho provided some positive words about the midfielder when asked for his thoughts after the game.
“He had a tough time because the referee in that match [the cup tie] created a problem,” Mourinho said.
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“The performance was very similar today [of Herrera], the team played in a similar way, but the difference was we had 11 players for 90 minutes.”
United are fifth in the table, four points behind fourth-placed Manchester City.
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