Sky Sports News’ Gary Cotterill speaks to Jose Mourinho in Munich as work doesn’t stop for the Spurs head coach over the winter break
By Gary Cotterill in Munich
Last Updated: 11 / / (6:
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Jose Mourinho spent the weekend watching Bayern Munich vs RB Leipzig
While Tottenham players like others across the Premier League enjoy a week or so of well-earned downtime, there’s no winter break for their head coach.
Other managers and squads may be soaking in some February sunshine in locations such as Dubai and Marbella, but Jose Mourinho is busy targeting Champions League progression.
He braved the weekend’s stormy weather to fly to Munich, to watch the top-of-the-table Bundesliga clash between Bayern Munich and RB Leipzig.
Spurs play Leipzig on February . It’s about fine margins.
Mourinho will come up against Julian Nagelsmann and Timo Werner in the Champions League
He could have watched the game on TV or relied on the video from his analysts but Mourinho says nothing can compare to being in the stadium.
The match finished in a 0-0 draw, but the trip was worth it for the Tottenham boss.
“It’s very important. I can see small details. Even the warm-ups. I can see what TV and video don’t give me. To see the warm-ups and to see what the players do individually, “he said.
” Some skills that Sometimes during the game are hidden. It’s a different intensity. It’s a different experience. I cou ldn’t miss the opportunity. “
Mourinho is happy to see the winter break but says he does not need a holiday personally.
He said: “The players needed some days off. For their body and soul they needed a rest. But not for me.
“I think the best way to try and help the team is to work.”
Tottenham’s players return to training on Wednesday to prepare for Leipzig and the Premier League visit to Aston Villa on Sunday.
John Terry will be in the opposing dugout and Mourinho is full of praise for his old Chelsea captain and talisman.
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