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Andriy Shevchenko confident in Mourinho’s leadership ahead of Europa League final

Andy Mattioli
PARIS, FRANCE - OCTOBER 17: Andriy Shevchenko speaks before giving the Woman Ballon d'Or award during the Ballon D'Or ceremony at Theatre Du Chatelet In Paris on October 17, 2022 in Paris, France. (Photo by Aurelien Meunier/Getty Images)

Legendary footballer Andriy Shevchenko briefly discussed Jose Mourinho’s latest achievement of leading Roma to their first Europa League final.

During a series of press events for Lega Serie A, Shevchenko was asked about Roma and Mourinho’s tenure.

“I’m not surprised to see Roma in the Europa League final,” he said. “I know José’s mentality. He gave the team the right push and remained close to them. He is a fantastic coach.”

“I don’t want to give him any advice regarding his future plans. I can only say: two finals in two years with Roma.”

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