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What is Mourinho thinking on the sidelines at this moment?

He didn't think about anything, but came to Leicester City's medical team and gave a friendly greeting.

"Xia, are you okay?"

The Leicester City medical team glanced at Mourinho warily, and Xia Xing waved his hand to indicate that it was okay.

Mourinho didn't stay long and turned back to the Chelsea coach's bench.

If you stay a little longer, you will be considered a spy.

But Mourinho really didn't think much about it at the moment. He cared about Xia Xing from the bottom of his heart.

Seeing Xia Xing's desperate moment just now, Mourinho thought of many people.

Lampard, Essien, Drogba, and even Terry who is already aging on the field.

That was Mu's Chelsea in the first period, and iron-bloodedness was their biggest feature.

Even if Mu won the championship in the second period last season, it was only a tactical victory, not a spiritual one.

For Chelsea, they have already lost their most precious thing.

It is also the most important thing Mourinho left for this team.

But it doesn't matter, I have to leave anyway.

Before this game, Mendes had called him in advance.

After this game, he will leave the Blues coaching position.

Regardless of whether this game is won or lost, the outcome has already been determined.

That's why he ranked many of his favorite players today, such as Matic, Willian, etc.

The guy who had been causing trouble in the locker room had been thrown on the bench.

No wonder he was called a dog by Arsenal fans, he is indeed a real dog.

Looking at Xia Xing and Matic fighting desperately just now, Mourinho sighed.

You must know that Matic is much taller than Xia Xing, so he will definitely suffer from this collision.

But Xia Xing still went all out and was not afraid.

This courage and responsibility is worth learning from the entire Chelsea team!

Shortly after Xia Xing came off the field, the referee also blew the whistle to end the first half.

Back in the locker room, Mourinho rarely talked about many tactical issues today.

He looked around, eyeing the players one by one.

Some people look up and look at each other sincerely, some people lower their heads and dare not look directly, and some people feel sad and can't bear to look directly at them.

well……

Looking at the players, Mourinho suddenly felt sad.

He has coached many teams, but his feelings for Chelsea are the most special.

Being able to accept Abu's invitation to come back for the second time two years ago was also based on emotion.

Unexpectedly, now, the fate is completely gone.

He did not criticize the players for their poor performance in the first half, nor did he say anything tactically related.

He pulled up a chair, sat in front of the players, and spoke slowly.

“Ladies, first of all I want to say thank you.

“You heard it right, it’s thanks.

"Thank you for your hard work over the past two seasons, especially last season when you helped Chelsea win back the league title.

“You guys are awesome.

“We’ve had some troubles this season, quite a bit.

"I know some of you don't even want to play football anymore.

"But I hope you remember that your performance on the court is not just for the team.

"It's not for me as the head coach,

“It’s more for yourselves.

"Use your outstanding performance to win yourself a salary increase, a long-term contract, or a new job.

“These are your own things.

"So far this season, I haven't seen your normal strength in my mind.

"I'm very sorry, and even more sad,

"So I hope you can cheer up,

“Not for anyone else, but for yourselves.

"Come on, boys,

“I wish you all the best for the future.

"goodbye!"

After saying these words, Mourinho didn't even stop in the locker room, opened the door and left.

This made Chelsea players look at each other and the coaching staff was silent for a while.

But Mourinho doesn't care anymore.

He stood on the sidelines, looking at the fans in the stands.

Many Chelsea fans held banners high in the visiting team's stands.

"José, we will always support you!"

Looking at the text, Mourinho suddenly wanted to cry.

How great would it be if I could become Chelsea's Ferguson...

At this time, the halftime break was over, and players from both sides ran onto the court.

Leicester City players followed, and Xia Xing was the last one to come out.

Mourinho stepped forward to say hello in a friendly manner: "Xia, how is your injury?"

Xia Xing shrugged: "I can actually still play, but coach Ranieri forced me to take a rest."

Mourinho breathed a sigh of relief: "Oh, that's good."

Xia Xing pouted: "Even if I'm not here, our midfield is still full of talents."

Mourinho waved his hand: "You misunderstood me, that's not what I meant. To be honest, I no longer care about the outcome of this game. As long as my players can play with their own characteristics, I will be satisfied." , winning or losing is no longer important.”

Xia Xing asked, "Is it really not important?"

Mourinho nodded firmly: "It's not important. I'm even more concerned about your body than the outcome of this game. I hope nothing happens to you."

"This..." Faced with this concern, Xia Xing didn't even know what to say.

Mourinho smiled and patted Xia Xing on the shoulder: "Young man, you are great and very helpful. In my heart, you are the first genius at that time, and even the first genius in the world in my heart. If I can choose, the player I want most is not even C Ronaldo or Messi, but you. Come on, young man, your future is limitless."

Looking at Mourinho who turned away, Xia Xing didn't know what to say for a while.

He walked back to the bench slowly, and assistant coach Shakespeare came over: "Xia, don't listen to him fooling you. He is in trouble now, and he still has time to poach people here?"

Xia Xing shook his head: "He didn't poach me, we just chatted casually, just like friends, don't think too much."

"Oh, that's good." Shakespeare was relieved.

Xia Xing turned his head again and looked at the Chelsea coaching bench, and the figure was still standing on the sidelines.

Although still upright, it always looks a little complicated...

Drinkwater replaced Xia Xing in the second half of the game. Facing Chelsea, who was in good form, he also played quite well.

Although he is not as good as Xia Xing, his comprehensive skills still allow him to firmly control Leicester City's midfield.

He performed well on both offense and defense.

Even Mourinho wrote it down in his notebook.

"Scout Group 3 focuses on Drinkwater."

Even though they are about to break up, Mourinho is still working hard for Chelsea.

In the second half, both sides scored a goal.

William's goal gave Chelsea fans hope for a while, but Drinkwater's long shot defeated the Blues again.

In the end, Leicester City won Chelsea 3-1 at home and continued to maintain a far-reaching lead in the league.

And after this game, Mourinho finally said goodbye...