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'I did NOT like his performance': Jose Mourinho hits out at referee Andre Marriner for awarding Chelsea a decisive penalty in defeat by Thomas Tuchel's side... as he admits result is 'painful' after controversial decision

Jose Mourinho criticised referee Andre Marriner's performance as Tottenham slumped to a third consecutive defeat at the hands of his former club Chelsea.

Jorginho's first half penalty was enough to secure victory for the Blues, consigning Mourinho to two consecutive home defeats for the first time in his managerial career and give their own Champions League qualification hopes a boost.

Eric Dier conceded the penalty despite appearing to make a minimal contact with Timo Werner.

Jose Mourinho criticised referee Andre Marriner's performance in Spurs' 1-0 loss to Chelsea
Marriner (right) pointed to the spot to give Chelsea a first-half penalty which they scored from

The Spurs boss made a beeline for Marriner after the full-time whistle and when asked about what he said, Mourinho answered: 'I consider him one of the best referees in the Premier League.