His form in the second half of the season did earn plaudits and, despite the disappointment of Friday’s announcement, his display in United’s final game of it — a comprehensive 3-0 win at Brighton and Hove Albion — certainly strengthened his case, but Tuchel’s decision had long since been made.
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Rob Tanner,
New York Times,
27 May 2026
Mazzulla, who coached the Celtics to the 2023-24 NBA championship in his second season on the job, repeatedly deflected credit for his team’s performance, saying plaudits should go to his players and assistants.
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