Live Cricket BPL reports that as Arsène Wenger prepares for his emotional farewell from Arsenal, the long-standing rivalry between him and José Mourinho is entering its final chapter—at least on the touchline. This weekend’s clash between Manchester United and Arsenal comes with more than just Premier League points at stake. It’s a symbolic ending to one of the fiercest managerial rivalries in modern football.

Over the years, their feud has been marked by bitter exchanges. Mourinho once labeled Wenger a “specialist in failure” and even accused him of being a voyeur. Yet, as time wears on and Wenger’s departure draws near, the Frenchman seems ready to bury the hatchet. In a candid interview, Wenger said, “Will I say goodbye to Mourinho? I’ll say goodbye to everyone. Can we be friends? That depends… I certainly respect him. But for now, I just hope he gives me some peace over these final weeks. I don’t want to be dragged into another battle.”

Live Cricket BPL highlights how Wenger is focused on ending his storied career with dignity. “I want to part ways with Mourinho peacefully. He’s a brilliant manager,” Wenger added. “I don’t know what kind of reception I’ll get at Old Trafford, but all my focus will be on the match. We’ve had some epic clashes over the past 22 years. If I receive a warm send-off, I’ll accept it with gratitude.”

At the pre-match press conference, Mourinho also reflected on their turbulent past. “If we didn’t have the fights and insults, things might’ve been better,” he admitted. “Some gestures, some words—we’d all be better off without them, no doubt. When I came to England in 2004, Arsenal were the champions—the ‘Invincibles.’ Facing such a formidable opponent pushed us to our limits.”

According to Live Cricket BPL, Mourinho even confessed to some regret, adding, “Yes, I do have some. And maybe he does too. Great rivals can become great friends. This time, he’ll feel the respect we have for him.”

In the end, this match is more than a tactical duel—it’s a tribute to two footballing titans whose rivalry defined an era. And just maybe, it’s a sign that even the fiercest battles can end on a note of mutual respect.