Kisses from Fergie mean misery for sad Mourinho

0 Comments | AFP, April, 2007

LONDON (AFP) — Sir Alex Ferguson's huge smile was mirrored by the frown on the face of Jose Mourinho after Bolton held Chelsea to a draw that leaves Manchester United on the brink of reclaiming the Premiership title.

After watching United come from two goals down to beat Everton 4-2 and pull five points clear at the top of the table, Ferguson acknowledged that Allardyce's men had done him a huge favour by holding the champions to a 2-2 draw at Stamford Bridge.

"Sam will be getting a hug and a kiss," the Scot said with a smile. "Maybe two kisses!"

Mourinho came close to acknowledging that the title race is over.

"I'm sad," the Portuguese coach said. "It is almost in Manchester United's hands. The title race is almost over but almost is a big word."...