Ruben Amorim has cautioned Manchester United’s players and supporters that the difficult times are far from over, following their 3-1 defeat to Brighton & Hove Albion. The loss marked United’s sixth home defeat of the Premier League season and the fourth under Amorim’s tenure.
Speaking candidly in his post-match press conference, Amorim didn’t shy away from harsh truths, suggesting that the current squad might be the weakest in the club’s 147-year history. He also warned that more struggles lie ahead, reaffirming his commitment to his methods and approach, regardless of the ongoing results.
“I’m clear about this: I’m not going to change the way I see the game,” Amorim said when asked if it was time to take a different approach. “The players will suffer, and the fans are going to suffer. I’m really sorry, but I have one way of doing things.
“We need to survive this moment, and it’s very clear to everyone what we are going to do. I’ve been transparent with the fans, the board, and everyone involved. They knew what to expect with me. But that doesn’t make it acceptable to lose so many games. Losing four out of five home games is hard for any club. At Manchester United, it’s unthinkable. We need to improve.”
United’s poor performance against Brighton was further marred by a glaring error from goalkeeper Andre Onana, which gifted the visitors their third goal. Amorim acknowledged the need for significant improvement, admitting the team’s current level is far below the standard required.
“We have to be a different team if we want to progress,” Amorim admitted. “It’s unacceptable to lose so many games in the Premier League, no matter the circumstances. Brighton were comfortable, and we didn’t play good football. This game was forgettable, and we ended it with players out of position. No matter the result, we need to finish games in a better way.”
With Brighton now just four points off the Premier League’s top four, the pressure is mounting on Amorim to turn things around. However, his message to fans remains clear: patience and resilience will be required as the team navigates this challenging period.
