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Ruben Amorim on Man Utd's Progress: 'We Need Time'

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Manchester United's defensive issues have been a concern. Amorim shares his thoughts on the team's progress and what needs to be done.


“So (the players) need to fight for their places, and then everything can change...”



Manchester United's coach, Ruben Amorim, believes the team isn't ready for the Champions League and needs more time to build a solid foundation to compete effectively. Amorim expressed his concerns after Manchester United's underwhelming Premier League performance, highlighting the team's struggles in the league.


Key Points from Amorim's Statement:

Team Readiness: “We are not ready to play in the Premier League, be competitive, and to be in the Champions League,” Amorim emphasized, stressing the team's current limitations.

Importance of Time: Amorim highlighted the need for more time to prepare the team, stating that having fewer matches could be beneficial in building team unity and improving performance.

Squad Planning: Amorim mentioned that not having Champions League football next season could be an advantage, allowing the team to focus on the Premier League and build a stronger core for the future.


Amorim's concerns about the team's readiness for the Champions League stem from their disappointing 15th-place finish in the Premier League last season. Despite their Europa League success, which included reaching the final, Manchester United lost to Tottenham Hotspur, missing out on a chance to qualify for the Champions League.


“I think we were not prepared to play in Europe, that is my feeling. To have strong games in the Champions League and then play Premier League, we need time to develop as a team, Amorim told reporters ahead of Wednesday's League Cup second-round tie at fourth-tier Grimsby Town.


“So (the players) need to fight for their places, and then everything can change.”


Manchester United has started the 2025/2026 Premier League season on a rough note, failing to secure a win in their first two matches. 

Here's a breakdown of their performance:

Match 1: Manchester United lost 1-0 to Arsenal at Old Trafford on August 17, 2025. The match saw Arsenal's dominance, with the winning goal scored in the first half.

Match 2: Manchester United drew 1-1 with Fulham at Craven Cottage on August 24, 2025. Despite creating scoring opportunities, United couldn't capitalize on them, allowing Fulham to snatch a crucial equalizer.


With these results, Manchester United currently sits 17th in the league table with 0 points, looking to regroup and strategize for their upcoming matches.






Ruben Amorim attributed Manchester United's struggles to a lack of defensive solidity, particularly in their recent 1-1 draw against Fulham. “The games are really, really competitive. We need time to build the base and then, in the future, to move forward. We will reach a moment where we need to have Europe for everybody to play games,” Amorim emphasized, highlighting the team's current limitations.


Amorim also provided an update on the team's injury status, stating that Noussair Mazraoui is progressing well and could potentially return to the lineup next week. “Maybe he is going to return next week, we will see. But he's near, we are just finishing some drills with him, to [be] assured that he's not going to have another problem,” Amorim explained, expressing optimism about Mazraoui's recovery.




Manchester United's recent performances have been underwhelming, with the team failing to secure wins in their first two Premier League matches. They lost 1-0 to Arsenal at Old Trafford and were held 1-1 by Fulham at Craven Cottage. Amorim believes the team needs more time to develop and build a solid foundation to compete effectively in the Premier League and potentially in European competitions.






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