Mourinho can receive a derby morale boost

Manchester United goalkeeper David de GeaCredit: Richard Heathcote

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Jose Mourinho image has taken a battering in big games this season but he can lead Manchester United to an EFL Cup victory over Manchester City at Old Trafford.

The EFL Cup is fourth in United’s list of priorities but Mourinho needs a morale-boosting victory to allay the concerns of supporters dismayed by a league defeat at home to City (2-1) and Sunday’s 4-0 drubbing at Chelsea.

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Dan ChildsRacing Post Sport

Published on 25 October 2016inFootball tips

Last updated 18:50, 25 October 2016

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