Mourinho blamed his players for a lack of concentration during the
defeat, with BBC Sport reporting the coach as saying: "We watch dozens
and dozens of repetitions of Porto taking corners. We were completely
ready for that and in a moment when the game is under control we concede
a goal that is ridiculous."They hit the post from a similar mistake. Apart from that the game was balanced. Two ridiculous moments and we were punished."
"The most basic thing in football is a defensive set-play," he said. "We had chances after that to get a positive result and we had a clear penalty -- so for me I am not here to criticise the players.
"I am not going to point the finger but two mistakes cost us the game. The team played well against a difficult opponent. The Champions League brings a different atmosphere."
Julen Lopetegui was delighted with his side's performance, saying: "The players' attitude was amazing, spectacular. It was our best performance of the season.
"I have to congratulate my team. This three points are totally deserved. It was tough and unfair to go to the dressing room at half-time with a draw, but we reacted well."
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