Jose Mourinho has defended the actions of Kepa Arrizabalaga following his refusal to be substituted during the Carabao Cup final.
The Chelsea goalkeeper drew fury from his manager Maurizio Sarri when he waved away attempts to replace him towards the end of extra-time.
Willy Caballero was stripped and ready to come on ahead of the penalty shootout, but was forced back to the bench as the No 1 stood his ground, a move that left his Italian boss screaming in frustration on the sidelines.
Kepa went on to let Sergio Aguero's penalty through his gloves as Manchester City prevailed 4-3 on penalties after the 0-0 draw, but Mournho insists that he was impressed by the traits shown in the young keeper's attitude.