Manchester United’s disappointing form has placed new head coach Ruben Amorim under scrutiny as the club finds itself languishing in 14th place in the Premier League. The Red Devils suffered their fourth defeat in five league matches after a Boxing Day loss to Wolves, leaving fans questioning Amorim’s approach.
The former Sporting CP manager has acknowledged the challenges of his new role, expressing that he “welcomes” the pressure that comes with managing a club of United’s stature. With only 22 points so far, Manchester United faces a daunting schedule ahead, heightening the urgency for a turnaround.
As Amorim navigates this tough period, all eyes are on the team to see if they can recover and rise to the expectations of their loyal fanbase.
Ruben Amorim Reflects on His Future as Manchester United Faces Tough Fixtures
Ruben Amorim’s tenure at Manchester United continues to come under intense scrutiny, with the team preparing for a challenging run of fixtures against Newcastle United, Liverpool, and Arsenal. After winning just two Premier League matches since his appointment, Amorim finds himself under immense pressure to turn things around.
The recent defeat to Wolves highlighted the significant rebuilding required within the squad. Speaking after the match, Amorim addressed questions about his future, acknowledging the mounting expectations and the urgency to secure a win to halt the team’s decline and alleviate the growing tension.
With tough opponents ahead, Amorim and his players face a critical test of their resolve as they fight to restore form and confidence.
“Of course, you expect to win more games to have players with more confidence to sell the idea and improve a lot things. In this moment, it’s really hard. Like I said, we have to survive to have time and then to improve the team,” he said via MEN.
He welcomed the pressure that comes with
“I know the business that I’m in, so I know that if we don’t win, regardless of them paying the buy out or not, I know that every manager is in danger and I like that.”
With his team eight points above the relegation zone, Amorim needs his team to start winning.
Ruben Amorim’s Challenging Start at Manchester United
Ruben Amorim took charge of his first Manchester United match on November 24, following his appointment as Erik ten Hag’s replacement.
United faced newly promoted Ipswich Town in Amorim’s debut, and while they initially took the lead, their lackluster performance saw the match end in a 1-1 draw. The team bounced back with two consecutive wins but faltered with Premier League defeats to Arsenal and Nottingham Forest.
In the Europa League, United secured a victory against Viktoria Plzen before achieving an impressive derby win over Manchester City on December 15. However, their form has since plummeted, suffering three consecutive losses and conceding nine goals.
The upcoming week poses a significant test for Amorim, with high-stakes fixtures against Newcastle United, Liverpool, and Arsenal on the horizon.