Mourinho gets some encouraging words

United manager bolstered by text message from club's board

MANCHESTER, England - Manchester United manager Jose Mourinho on Saturday revealed he received a text message of support from the English giant's board ahead of his team's thrilling 3-2 win over Newcastle at Old Trafford.

Speculation over Mourinho's position mounted before kickoff following United's poor start to the season and, with his team trailing 2-0 inside of 10 minutes, the Portuguese boss looked like he could be on his way out.