Explanation emerges for why Jose Mourinho refused to shake hands with Mark Hughes

After winning their first three games without conceding a goal, Manchester United were brought back to earth somewhat with a draw at Stoke.

Eric Maxim Choupo-Moting was the star of the show for Stoke, scoring twice. The Cameroon international very much introduced himself to the Premier League.
Manchester United levelled via Marcus Rashford and briefly lead in the second half thanks to a goal from Romelu Lukaku.

Mark Hughes v Jose Mourinho

The 2-2 draw has very much been overshadowed by the lack of a post-match handshake between Mark Hughes and Jose Mourinho.

Perhaps it will suit the Manchester United boss not to have to take questions about his side’s defending at Stoke, which was poor.

“I seem to get involved in handshake issues”

Mark Hughes really seems to enjoy getting into spats about handshakes after games.

This latest episode with Jose Mourinho follows previous incidents with the likes of Arsene Wenger and Tony Pulis.

Hughes even joked after the game: “I seem to get involved in handshake issues.”

Why Jose Mourinho refused to shake hands with Mark Hughes

In the aftermath of Manchester United’s 2-2 draw with Stoke, it has been confirmed why Mourinho did not shake hands with Hughes.

This information comes from BBC reporter Simon Stone, usually a good source for Manchester United news.

Stone reveals: “Non-handshake at Stoke was result of technical area incident. Understand Jose felt insulted as he believed Mark Hughes was trying to get him sent off.”

Mourinho had encroached on Hughes’ technical area late in the second half as both sides looked for the win.

For fans of non-handshakes and the ensuing controversy, Stoke visit Manchester United on January 13, 2018.

Although it would be no surprise for Hughes to be involved in another handshake controversy at Newcastle next weekend

Non-handshake at Stoke was result of technical area incident. Understand Jose felt insulted as he believed MH was trying to get him sent off
— Simon Stone (@sistoney67) September 9, 2017