Rúben Amorim is already proving to be bringing back Sir Alex Ferguson's standards to Manchester United. Specials and Opinion Manchester United Rúben Amorim Premier League Arsenal vs. Manchester United Opinion Portuguese coach saw his team face reality at the Emirates Stadium, but positive points were noted
The return of Manchester United to the top level was once again postponed. After opening the Rúben Amorim era with a draw and two wins, United faced a stark reality against Arsenal on Wednesday.
"The storm" that Amorim warned the fans about before the game manifested metaphorically and literally at the Emirates Stadium as the Gunners ruthlessly exploited their team's flaws on a rain-soaked field. In the end, United had no complaints about the 2-0 defeat, which placed them back in the lower half of the Premier League.
But the performance was by no means a disaster. The Arsenal didn't have it all their way, and the tension in the air was palpable until Jurrien Timber opened the scoring ten minutes into the second half.
United's Belief in Amorim's Methods The players of United are clearly buying into Amorim's methods. The Portuguese emphasized the need for patience because it is realistic, which is refreshing after two years of delirious ramblings from his predecessor, Erik ten Hag. However, there were more genuine signs of progress in North London, and the next time the two teams meet in the FA Cup in early January, the story could be very different.
"The first 45 minutes at the Emirates yielded few talking points, with neither team managing a shot on goal. United's disciplined approach frustrated Arsenal, to the extent that Martin Odegaard struggled to create anything due to constant pressure from Noussair Mazraoui," said Amorim to reporters after the game.
Set-Pieces Make the Difference The Arsenal didn't need to be at their best to win games of this magnitude. Thanks in large part to the acclaimed set-piece coach Nicolas Jover, the Gunners have evolved into the most dangerous team in Europe from corner kicks.
Amorim was well aware of the threat, with United conducting defensive set-piece drills in warm-up, but it didn't matter. Declan Rice and Bukayo Saka demonstrated impeccable technical ability to consistently deliver the ball into a crowded area, and André Onana simply couldn't handle it.
"The headed deflection from Timber, after a Rice corner kick, opened the scoring, and William Saliba secured the three points for Arsenal after Saka's venomous ball from the right evaded the entire United defense," noted Amorim.
Method in the Madness Amorim isn't afraid to speak his mind. He doesn't make excuses for poor results and below-average performances or try to hide the true motivations behind his team selection.
"Suspicions were raised when Amad Diallo, Marcus Rashford, and Joshua Zirkzee started on the bench. Rashford and Zirkzee had each scored two goals in the 4-0 win over Everton three days earlier, while Amad was arguably the best player on the field," said Amorim.
Antithesis of Ten Hag Amorim is essentially proving to be the antithesis of Ten Hag. United was ravaged by injuries last season because the Dutchman overloaded many key stars. In stark contrast, Amorim is prioritizing teamwork and cohesion above all. He understands that United is only as good as its weakest link and is working to build strong relationships throughout the squad so that everyone is on the same page.
Cut from the Same Cloth as Ferguson Communication is Amorim's superpower. He is a talented people manager, cut from the same cloth as Sir Alex Ferguson, even in how he behaves in front of the media.
"Every word that comes out of Amorim's mouth is measured. Exuding natural confidence, he expresses his ideas and feelings cohesively, even when facing challenging questions," noted a media analysis.
In conclusion, Amorim's leadership style, reminiscent of Sir Alex Ferguson's, is breathing new life into Manchester United. With a focus on teamwork, communication, and strategic thinking, Amorim is setting the stage for a potential revival of the club's glory days.