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Ricky Charlesworth

Jose Mourinho storms the pitch to try and get Sunderland player sent off during friendly

Jose Mourinho is never one to hold back - even when it comes to pre-season 'friendlies'.

The Portuguese coach is now in charge of Italian giants AS Roma but he was livid during a warm-up game against Championship newcomers Sunderland. The two teams were meeting on their respective tours of Portugal and the bounce match was intended to be a good test for both as they continue preparations for their upcoming campaigns.

But a flashpoint clearly irked Mourinho. It came when Black Cats' midfielder Luke O'Nien appeared to catch Roma's Roger Ibanez with a stray elbow. The 27-year-old had been booked just prior to the incident and it led to ex-Chelsea and Manchester United chief Mourinho making his way on to the pitch to remonstrate with the referee.

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