The
Football Association has reportedly begun looking into comments made by
Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho regarding referee Anthony Taylor.
The Portuguese coach questioned the decision to put Taylor, who
lives just six miles away from Old Trafford and is reportedly an Altrincham
(Greater Manchester) fan, in charge of United's crucial showdown against
Liverpool at Anfield on Monday night.
Speaking to the media
ahead of the game, Mourinho admitted it will be difficult, he feels, for Taylor
to perform adequately considering the outcry made by Liverpool supporters since
he was confirmed as the official last week.
Mourinho said: "I have my view, but I learned a lesson
by being so many times punished by some words, so I don't want to say anything
about it.
"I think Mr Taylor is a very good referee, but I think
somebody with intention is putting such a pressure on him that I feel it will
be difficult for him to have a very good performance."
Liverpool and Manchester United played out a goalless draw in the hyped encounter.
Mourinho landed himself
in trouble last season when then-Chelsea manager claimed referees were
frightened out of awarding his side penalties, resulting in a fine and a
one-match stadium ban.
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