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'I won't run away or cry' - Mourinho remains defiant in face of Man Utd criticism

The Red Devils boss referred to pages of notes as he hit back at his critics following their elimination from the Champions League

Jose Mourinho insists he will not "run away or disappear" from his responsibilities after launching an impassioned defence of his Manchester United tenure.

The Portuguese has faced severe criticism over his tactics in the wake of United's dismal Champions League last-16 exit to Sevilla on Tuesday.

Mourinho was particularly panned for the defensive mindset the Red Devils set up with in the 2-1 defeat, as Wissam Ben Yedder's double put the tie beyond United, and his comments that it is not a new situation for the club attracted further scrutiny.