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In the summer of 2021, A.S. Roma appointed Jose Mourinho as their head coach. In the previous season Roma did manage to reach the semi-finals of the Europa League wherein they were thrashed by Manchester United. However, in the Serie A they finished at 7th spot which meant that they would have to play in the inaugural edition of the UEFA Conference League.
On the other hand, Jose Mourinho was sacked by Tottenham just before the Carabao Cup final and was looking for a new club to start with. It was nearly 4 years since he last won a silverware. As a result, criticism was mounting upon him. The critics said that this is the end of Jose Mourinho. He can no longer win trophies. His charm is over.
However, this is when Jose Mourinho stood up has silenced his critics in style. In the very first season he ended the 14 years old trophy drought of Roma as under him the club won the inaugural Conference League trophy. In the next season they marched up to the finals of the Europa League wherein they were defeated by tournament favorites Seville on a penalty shootout. Yes, their performance in the Serie A has not been up to par. But, in limited resources Mourinho has literally turned the club upside down.
Under him Roma has risen from its ruins.
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