I was surprised we were playing in Manchester and have a referee from Greater Manchester.

The analysis of statistics is a big part of the modern game, and it's important as a modern manager to embrace areas that can help your team and players improve.

I know how it goes. Six or seven months ago I was the manager of the year and I was going to be this and that, tactically this and tactically that, and now, because we have lost two world-class players, I am useless. But I accept that.

When you've got the ball 65-70% of the time, it's a football death for the other team...It's death by football.

My biggest mentor is myself because I've had to study, so that's been my biggest influence.

I meet regularly with my staff to ensure they are aware of what I want, but also to make sure they have the chance to influence the process and use all of their knowledge to help prepare the group.

Even more important than statistics is then having the staff that can take the data and ensure it's presented in a way that improves individuals and teams.