Is Mourinho sacked? The Special One's counterattack has come, and it's fast!

Nihar991

"In the new Serie A season, after six rounds of matches, AS Roma has only managed to secure 1 win, 2 draws, and 3 losses, finding themselves at the bottom of the league table. This poor performance has raised concerns, with rumors circulating that Jose Mourinho may be facing the sack. Especially after a 4-1 away defeat to newly promoted Genoa, reports suggested that the club was about to part ways with ""The Special One,"" and many fans began to believe in the possibility. It's worth noting that Mourinho has had relatively short stints with teams over the years, earning him the nickname ""The Three-Year Bird"" in reference to his tendency to leave teams within three years. Now, as he coaches Roma, it's approaching the ""itchy"" three-year mark, and coupled with recent poor results, the rumors of his sacking don't appear baseless.

However, Mourinho does have one significant card up his sleeve: his performance in European competitions. During a press conference addressing questions about his potential dismissal, Mourinho pointed out that he's the only coach who has led Roma to consecutive European finals in two seasons. Indeed, Roma has experienced a somewhat bleak period in European and domestic competitions for several years, and Mourinho's ability to achieve such results has injected a boost of confidence into the club.

Nonetheless, the Serie A performance this season does need improvement. In the past two rounds of league matches, following doubts about the head coach, Roma seems to have gained some vigor by securing consecutive 2-0 and 4-1 victories. This has momentarily silenced those who were skeptical about Mourinho. Additionally, the Roma club has publicly denied any plans to part ways with Mourinho, stating that they've never made statements about his dismissal. If he were coaching a top-tier club, Mourinho might be at risk of being sacked. However, a club like Roma is likely to afford him more time and trust.

For a team to achieve good results, sufficient financial investment is crucial. Roma doesn't have an extensive budget, and the funds allocated for Mourinho's transfers each year are limited. Bringing in top-quality star players is virtually impossible. The club has to seek more cost-effective players, which inevitably results in a squad that can't compete with top-tier teams. Injuries to key players like Smalling and Diabala also create a challenging situation, making it difficult for the coach to assemble a strong lineup, and consequently, poor results occur. After all, even the most skilled chef can't cook without ingredients.

In summary, I believe Mourinho will continue coaching Roma for a considerable period, and I hope to see the Giallorossi rise to prominence in Italian and European football once more!"

Jatin255

Roma has indeed been performing strongly lately, and they don't resemble a second-tier team at all.

Jiger955

A team's strength relies not only on the coach but also on the abilities of the players themselves.

Kapil334

Mourinho definitely has the ability, but the team's performance also depends on everyone's hard work. Responsibility is a shared effort!

Isha000

It's been really impressive recently, with all these big victories.

Jafar224

The coaching expertise of The Special One is undeniably strong, but in football, success also relies on the players. Having great tactics but not the right players is futile. So, make adjustments gradually, and when The Special One returns in all his glory, they'll conquer the league. Keep going!