Manchester united part ways with jose mourinho

A significant moment in football history!

On December 18, 2018, Manchester United announced that they had parted ways with their manager, José Mourinho, after a tumultuous 2.5-year tenure. The decision came after a string of poor results, including a 3-1 loss to Liverpool in the Premier League and a 2-1 defeat to Wolverhampton Wanderers in the League Cup.

Mourinho's departure marked the end of an era at Old Trafford, where he had previously enjoyed success with Chelsea, winning the Premier League title, the FA Cup, and the League Cup. However, his time at Manchester United was marred by controversy, poor team performances, and a growing rift with the club's hierarchy.

The Portuguese manager had been under intense pressure after a series of disappointing results, including a 3-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur and a 2-2 draw with Arsenal. His tactics and team selection had been criticized by fans and pundits alike, and there were growing concerns about the team's ability to compete for major honors.

In a statement, Manchester United said: "A carefree and passionate individual, José Mourinho is a great manager and a true legend of the game. He has been a key figure in the development of several top-class players and has a reputation for developing talented young players."

Mourinho himself released a statement, saying: "The time has come for me to move on and for the club to move forward. I have been, and remain, a huge admirer and fan of this great club. I wish the team and the fans all the best for the future."

Ole Gunnar Solskjær, a former Manchester United player and reserve team coach, was appointed as the club's interim manager, before being given the job on a permanent basis in March 2019.