Chelsea manager Antonio Conte has let Jose Mourinho know that he can expect the very same touchline antics from him if the Blues score against Manchester United when they visit Stamford Bridge on Monday.
The premier League leaders are set to face Mourinho's new side in an FA Cup quarter-final showdown in a few days time, and Conte is hoping that his rampant outfitcan get past a resurgent United and progress to the next stage of the tournament.
Conte watched his men hand the Red Devils a humbling 4-0 defeat at the Bridge during the teams' last encounter, and really annoyed his Portuguese counterpart with his over-the-top celebrations.
However, speaking during his press conference on Friday, the former Juventus manager insisted that things would be pretty much the same next week, as long as Chelsea perform up to standard.
I think I've shown in my period at Chelsea, but not only here “ always, in every team I've managed “ that I live the game with great passion,� said the Italian (H/TThe Guardian).
Sometimes I want to share my enthusiasm with my players, my staff and also the fans. It's normal. We are not in the same way. But for me the most important thing is to try and win, and then think about another celebration.�
Asked if he had discussed the matter with Mourinho, he replied:No, but it's not important,� he said. Nothing we have to clarify with him.�
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