WATCH the hilarious moment starstruck Rostov mascot meets Manchester United boss Jose Mourinho ahead of the Europa League clash in Russia.
As the Special One strode out to the pitch, passing the line of youngsters, one fan’s jaw literally dropped on seeing the world-famous manager.
Starstruck mascot can’t contain his joy at seeing Jose Mourinho
The mascot covers his face in disbelief – and when Mourinho realises, he strolls over and gives the stunned youngster a hug.
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However the Rostov mascots had little to smile about early in the game, as United took a 1-0 lead thanks to Henrikh Mkhitaryan.
The vital away goal gave Mourinho’s men a strong advantage, even after Aleksandr Bukharov scored a second-half leveller.
Jose Mourinho walks over to the excited young Rostov mascot
Man United boss Jose Mourinho gives the youngster a hug
The Premier League side hold the advantage going into the second leg at Old Trafford.
However, they will need to be on the alert to ensure they don't concede, or they will hand the slender advantage straight back to the tricky Russians.
The second-leg will take place on Thursday March 16, with kick-off at 8.05pm.
Manchester United battled to a 1-1 draw in Russia against FC RostovGetty Images
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