"Manchester United" coach Jose Mourinho found a strange excuse after withdrawing from the UEFA Champions League - he decided to focus on his previous work at other clubs.
Many fans questioned the strategist's decision to start Marouane Fellaini for only the fifth time this season when Paul Pogba was left on the bench.
This eventually backfired against the "Red Devils" team, as Wissam Ben Yedder scored a brace for Sevilla, sending them to the quarterfinals.
"It's not the end of the world. I sat in this Champions League chair twice and eliminated 'Man United' from their home 'Old Trafford," Mourinho said.
"I sat in this chair leading Porto - 'Man United' crashed out. I sat in this chair leading Real Madrid - 'Man United' crashed out. So, I don't think it's something new for the club. Of course, being the manager of 'Manchester United' and losing UEFA Champions League matches at home is unforgivable."
Later, responding to questions from BT Sports, the coach of the 'Red Devils' spoke specifically about the match.
"I think the first goal would have been important not only for the result of the first leg but also for the type of this match," Mourinho added.
"We tried to be aggressive and intense from the first minute. We didn't stand out, while 'Sevilla' kept the ball and controlled the game well."
"We had good chances to score, but they got one goal and from then on everything became much more emotional. The second goal made it impossible."
"We had good spells, we didn't control the match very well, but I can't say there was something wrong with my players or their attitude."
"This is football - we lost, but tomorrow is a new day, and a new game awaits us on Saturday."
"I'm glad that the players don't hide their disappointment, but we don't have time for drama."
