The Portuguese boss said: “We are not special anymore, we didn’t predict this.”
Mourinho wasn’t the only one to think Liverpool would not progress past Barcelona.
But two goals each from Divock Origi and Georginio Wijnaldum sent Anfield into raptures.
And Liverpool boss Jurgen Klopp praised his side after the incredible victory.
Jose Mourinho admits he’s not special anymore after Liverpool beat Barcelona (Image: GETTY/BEIN SPORTS)
Liverpool progessed to the Champions League final by beating Barcelona (Image: GETTY)
“The whole game was too much. It was overwhelming,” he said.
“We played against maybe the best team in world.
“Winning is difficult but winning with a clean sheet, I don’t know they did it. It’s unbelievable.
"I saw James Milner crying on the pitch after the game. It means so much to all of us.
“It’s the best phase of football. There are more important things in the world.
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