Blues can ensure a sad homecoming for Mourinho

Eden Hazard and his fellow Chelsea forwards could trump Jose MourinhoCredit: Getty Images

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Jose Mourinho has twice got his tactics spot on this week – parking the bus to secure a 0-0 draw at Liverpool on Monday and releasing the shackles in Thursday’s 4-1 triumph over Fenerbahce in the Europa League – but he may struggle to find a successful formula for Sunday’s Premier League clash with Chelsea at Stamford Bridge.

The Portuguese has an impressive record against his former clubs, winning 12, drawing five and losing just two, but his rebuilding process at Manchester United has a long way to go and he would probably settle for a point against the Blues.

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Dan ChildsRacing Post Sport

Published on 22 October 2016inFootball tips

Last updated 18:35, 22 October 2016

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