Manchester United fans quietly share While the pressure is undeniably mounting on Rúben Amorim, putting his tenure into context paints a more balanced picture.
The Portuguese coach inherited a fragile squad, one that has cycled through multiple managers since Sir Alex Ferguson’s retirement. The problems at Old Trafford run far deeper than just the man in the dugout, and Amorim is still relatively early in his project.
The criticism of his system is also worth re-examining. Many of the players now being accused of struggling in Amorim’s back-three setup were the very same who failed in a back four under Erik ten Hag, and even under Ole Gunnar Solskjær before him. This suggests the issues may not be purely tactical, but more structural – tied to squad composition, mentality, and inconsistency. Amorim’s Sporting Lisbon side thrived with his philosophy, and while the Premier League is a different beast, there are glimpses that the foundations he is trying to lay could pay off in the medium term.
Looking at performances beyond results, there are signs of progress. United are pressing with more organization, creating better passing angles, and their defensive metrics, though still imperfect, indicate improvements compared to last season. The margins have been fine in several matches, where lapses in concentration or individual mistakes have overshadowed tactical discipline. That isn’t to say Amorim is free from criticism, but sacking him so early would risk throwing away a project just as it’s beginning to settle.
Patience is a rare commodity in modern football, especially at Manchester United where the pressure is relentless. But if the board truly wants stability and long-term growth, Amorim deserves more time to prove his ideas can translate into consistent success.
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