Words from Jesse Marsch during Leeds United’s Saturday win crossed the line in opposition boss Bruno Lage’s book. Marsch allegedly said something so beyond the pale, Lage refused to accept any words from the American at full-time.
The two head coaches could be seen exchanging strong words as Lage made for the tunnel at the full-time whistle. The pair had several run-ins during the match and ultimately it proved too much for Lage to draw a line under the incidents at the end.
The Wolverhampton Wanderers boss would not divulge what Marsch said which angered him, but Lage felt it was one of those comments which is unacceptable on the touchline. He said: “[I hold] nothing against the manager.
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“They won, [they played] absolutely great, but there was a point in the first half I heard something I didn't like. I said [that] to him and after, when you come at the end to apologise, there are some things in my opinion that you cannot say.
“I just say that and after I don't listen. The most important thing is Leeds win and congratulations for the manager, for the team and for the fans because today we lived an amazing moment, good atmosphere and we come here to play the game the way we want to play.”
Pushed on what Marsch had said, Lage stayed schtum. He said: “It’s between us.
“Nothing to be talked about. I give my opinion about that and what I said because I think we have a good image.
“There are some things that we, in my opinion, cannot say and to move on. So, guys, don't make a case on that and I know everyone watched the image.
“After, I passed through some staff and I compliment the staff, I go inside, nothing wrong with it. Very happy with my performance here and happy with the result.
“And one more time: congratulations for Leeds, for his players, for the manager and for the fans because they won the game.”
Marsch had earlier said it was normal for head coaches to clash in that way and he respected his opposite number despite the usual emotions of a match day. He said: "It's normal in some ways.
"I respect Bruno a lot. He does a great job with his team, so no problem."
He added: "There’s emotion in these moments. I wanted to be respectful afterwards, but it didn't quite go that way. I'm okay. I think he's okay too."
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