Ruben Amorim's Mic Drop Moment Was the Perfect Reply to an English Reporter's Entitlement

Sporting CP's manager put a British journalist in his place after a condescending question

Amorim's response was a reminder that not all cultures are the same

Ruben Amorim, the manager of Portuguese club Sporting CP, gave a masterclass in how to deal with condescending questions from English reporters last week.

After Sporting's 2-0 win over Tottenham in the Champions League, an English reporter asked Amorim if he was "surprised" by Tottenham's performance.

Amorim's response was priceless.

"I'm not surprised," he said. "I know Tottenham. I know the players. I know the manager. I know the style of play. I knew what to expect."

The reporter then asked Amorim if he thought Tottenham were a "good team."

"They are a good team," Amorim said. "But they are not a great team. They are not a top team. They are not a team that can win the Champions League."

The reporter was clearly taken aback by Amorim's honesty. He stammered and stuttered, trying to come up with a response.

Amorim just smiled and walked away.

Amorim's response was a reminder that not all cultures are the same. In England, it is considered to be polite to be modest and to downplay one's own achievements.

In Portugal, however, it is considered to be more honest and direct. Amorim was simply stating the facts about Tottenham. They are a good team, but they are not a great team.

The reporter's question was based on the assumption that Tottenham were a superior team to Sporting. This assumption was based on the fact that Tottenham play in the Premier League, which is considered to be the best league in the world.

However, Amorim's response showed that this assumption is not always true. Sporting are a very good team, and they are capable of beating any team in the world on their day.

Amorim's mic drop moment was a perfect example of how to deal with condescending questions from English reporters. He was honest, direct, and he did not back down.