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Jose Mourinho's third season curse: Past record, standings, trophies & failures

The Portuguese is about to enter his infamous 'third term' at Manchester United, Goal takes a look at his bad luck at past clubs in his third season

At times – or all of the time – Jose Mourinho shows all the traits of a cartoon villain.

Now increasingly grumpy-faced with each passing press conference and armed with a frown so deep it resembles that of a half-moon, the aggrieved Manchester United boss has been his sordid self even before the start of the Premier League.

Mourinho has a tendency to "self-implode" rather spectacularly in his third season at past clubs he has managed, and as he is set to enter his third season as Red Devils boss, Goal unpacks the roots of the phrase – and outlines what may be in store for him this upcoming term.