I have made the case repeatedly that no coach could save Spurs right now, nor in the immediate future. Talk of unrest in the dressing room has generated clicks more because of the way that fitted a narrative, opposed to anything we have witnessed today.
When Sissoko came on, there were those watching that felt that this was Mourinho seeking to somehow grab the draw and run. That fits the narrative, but the truth is less exciting. Mourinho knows in his heart of hearts that Moussa wasn’t the answer.
If one looks look at the bench, who could José trust? Not Dele Alli. Winks would actually be worse. Which left Bale who came on and did nothing.
The disallowed goal was a stroke of good fortune, even though the kung fu strike on Sonny was a legitimate foul.
Gio Lo Celso visibly tired, as did Tanguy Ndombele. Again, what options did the Portuguese have? I don’t share any enthusiasm for anyone on that bench, and nor did Mourinho.
If the gaffer were to quit tonight I wouldn’t blame him; if he wants to work again after this, then it’s not a good look.