Another Premier League weekend, another gut punch for Manchester United. They crashed to a 3-1 defeat at Brentford on Saturday, marking the sixth matchday of the season. This latest loss casts a dark shadow over coach Ruben Amorim. His seat on the Red Devils’ bench feels hotter than ever.
Speaking to DAZN, the Portuguese boss didn’t hold back. He openly criticized how his squad approached the match. Clearly, his mind already shifted to the next challenge: a clash with Sunderland.
Amorim pinpointed the team’s struggles on the field. “During the game, we played their game,” he explained. “It was very confused, especially on second balls. They always have the upper hand there.” He noted the team never found its rhythm. “We knew they were quick once they got the ball and hit it forward. We gave up two goals exactly like that.” From then on, things just got harder for United. “When it was 2-1, we missed the penalty kick. After that, we just didn’t have the quality we needed to create more chances.”
Despite the setback, Amorim remains a fighter. “This week will be tougher than the last,” he admitted. But he’s not one to shy away from hard work. He plans to drill his team, focusing on the opponent’s strengths. The goal is simple: avoid repeating these painful moments in the next outing. He sums up his mindset, a coach for a massive club that keeps stumbling: “My state of mind is the same as any coach working for a big club. You simply cannot lose games. But we are losing. So, it’s about putting in the work and pushing forward.” That’s the fighting spirit of a man cornered, but not broken.