The Manchester United, managed by Rubén Amorim, has yet to taste victory this season, after drawing against Fulham at Craven Cottage. The team, which was looking for its first win, was overtaken after going 1-0 up. Leny Yoro’s goal, after a deflection, put United ahead in the 58th minute, after Bruno Fernandes missed a penalty in the first half. However, Emile Smith Rowe, who came on as a substitute, managed to equalize for Fulham fifteen minutes later. After losing 1-0 at home to Arsenal in their first match of the season, United have only earned one point in two games. Their next challenge will be a complicated Carabao Cup match against League Two’s Grimsby Town on Wednesday.
Amorim lamented that the team, after scoring the goal, forgot their style of play. He highlighted the importance of growing as a team and maintaining concentration, especially after taking the lead. The coach pointed out that United’s goal changed the course of the match, as the team focused on defending the lead instead of continuing to attack. He also mentioned the need to enjoy the positive moments more and put pressure on the opponent. Amorim explained that the team suffered in the final stretch due to the change of momentum after Fulham’s goal. He highlighted the importance of maintaining calm and intensity in the game. Additionally, Amorim addressed Fernandes’ responsibility after missing the penalty and the need to look ahead. He also spoke about the new attacking signings of the summer, Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Benjamin Sesko, who have yet to score goals. Amorim is confident that the goals will come, as the team is creating many opportunities. He highlighted the need to give Sesko time to adapt and understand the speed of the game compared to the Bundesliga.Amorim expressed the need for his players to “mature” as a team.
Rubén Amorim
