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Jose Mourinho: What he said, really meant and definitely did not

What he said:

"The other day a friend suggested to me that with all the stones thrown at me you could build a monument."

Real Madrid manager, Jose Mourinho, is unrepentant for poking Barcelona assistant coach, Tito Vilanova in the eye during a 2-3 loss to Barca. The Spanish football federation (RFEF) have instituted an inquiry into the incident.

Mourinho told Spanish newspaper El Mundo:

“"In contrast to other leagues where I’ve managed here I feel like there is a campaign against me.”

What he really meant:

“If I had the time and the inclination, I’d collect these ‘stones’ and put them to good use in a memorial.”

What he definitely didn’t:

“I’m quitting coaching and going into construction.”