Jealousy root of Jose Mourinho's comments, claims Antonio Conte

Antonio Conte reckons Chelsea are attracting criticism from the likes of former boss Jose Mourinho because of jealousy at their 13-game winning run and position at the top of the Premier League.

Manchester United boss Mourinho said Chelsea and Tottenham had festive fixture “privilege” due to the London derby taking place tonight.

It ensured the record-chasing Blues, seeking a 14th successive win at White Hart Lane, had an additional day between games than United and the schedule also irked Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp.