Mourinho: United have blown it

Jose Mourinho believes Manchester United have wasted a golden opportunity to open an almost unassailable lead over Chelsea in the race for the Barclays Premiership title.

The Chelsea boss insists the six-point advantage held by Alex Ferguson’s side after the completion of the festive programme is “nothing” as he prepares to welcome back John Terry, Arjen Robben and Peter Cech from injury.