Manchester United manager Rúben Amorim has sparked controversy with his post-match comments following the team’s loss to Manchester City in today’s highly anticipated derby. In a candid admission, Amorim distanced himself from the blame, insisting that he did everything possible to prepare his side, but identified one player whose poor performance, in his view, cost United the match.
The coach criticized the player for being “too slow to react,” highlighting that this sluggishness directly led to City’s opening goal. Amorim went further, pointing out that the same issue had been evident during training sessions, where the individual’s inability to move the ball quickly enough repeatedly caused frustration within the squad.
His remarks have stunned many United fans, with supporters expressing disbelief that such comments came from their manager so soon after a high-profile defeat. Instead of the tactical explanations most expected, Amorim’s public criticism of one of his own players has raised questions about unity within the squad and whether this approach could worsen tensions inside the dressing room.
The reaction from the fanbase has been fierce, with many voicing anger at both the player’s lack of impact on the pitch and the manager’s decision to openly single him out. For a club already under pressure to steady its season, Amorim’s words have added another layer of drama to an already turbulent campaign.
