It has made its first public speech since coaching Jose Mourinho, since being accused of racist comments by rival Galatasaray.
Mourinho hit the bench “jump like a monkey” on the Galatasaray after a 0-0 draw last week at the Istanbul Derby, calling for a decision for the referee early in the game.
He also claimed that it would be even better if the game was not presided by a Turkish referee.
Mourinho was hit by a four-game ban and a £35,000 fine after Galatasaray accused him of racism, which was subsequently reduced to two matches and fined £12,200 after appeal.
But Mourinho insists that his comments are not racist and believes that Galatasaray’s complaint is actually targeted because he has the support of some of his former players, including Didier Drogba, Mikel Obi and Michael Essian.
Speaking about the allegations of Galatasaray, Mourinho told Sky Sports: “They are not smart about the way they attack me because they don’t know my past.
“They don’t know my connection with Africa, the people of Africa, the players of Africa and the charities of Africa. So I think it thrives and opposes them, not against me.
“Everyone knows that I am alone. Everyone knows my bad qualities, but this is not one of my bad qualities. Quite the opposite! The most important thing is that I know who I am and accusing racism of attacks is a bad choice. ”
Mourinho also revealed his direct reaction to the allegations of racism as he slammed Galatasaray for bent over “so low.” I just felt: How could they be so low? He continued.
“I can’t get down to his level,” added Mourinho, Galatasaray manager Okan Buruk’s contact line antics.
“Sometimes I do that, and then I ask myself, “Why do you do this? Why did you fall to that level? “It’s so sad.
The former Chelsea, Manchester United and Tottenhams bosses continue to express their gratitude to those who stand up for him and claim he has even received support from people who don’t like him.
“It’s true even from people who never like me,” Mourinho said.
“I thank anyone who has no problems [out]especially my boys, my former player. They are a very important voice.
