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Mayweather vs McGregor: Jose Mourinho gives his thoughts on superfight

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Find out why Jose Mourinho expected more from Floyd Mayweather's fight with Conor McGregor, but will he be watching?

Jose Mourinho says Floyd Mayweather's superfight with Conor McGregor will be on a little late for him but he is looking forward to watching it in the morning.

The Manchester United boss was asked about the Las Vegas bout at his pre-match news conference ahead of his side's clash with Leicester City on Saturday.

Mayweather's undefeated record is on the line against UFC champ McGregor at the T-Mobile Arena this weekend, live on Sky Sports Box Office.

The highly anticipated bout follows a packed undercard which includes Nathan Cleverly taking on Badou Jack, Savannah Marshall meeting Sydney LeBlanc, and Gervonta Davis up against Francisco Fonseca.

Jose Mourinho takes his seat prior to the Premier League match at the Liberty Stadium

However, Mourinho admits the time difference may be too much for him and he says he will look to watch the fight on Sunday morning.

Click on the video above to hear Jose Mourinho's thoughts on Floyd Mayweather v Conor McGregor.

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Watch Mayweather vs McGregor, from the T-Mobile Arena, Las Vegas, from midnight August 26, live on Sky Sports Box Office. Book via your Sky remote or online here.

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