• About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy & Policy
Thursday, October 9, 2025
Umpirenews | Latest News, Politics, Breaking News, Nigeria and African history
Advertisement
  • National
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Editorial
  • Opinion
  • Columns
No Result
View All Result
  • National
  • Politics
  • Economy
  • Entertainment
  • Sports
  • Editorial
  • Opinion
  • Columns
No Result
View All Result
Umpirenews | Latest News, Politics, Breaking News, Nigeria and African history
No Result
View All Result

Amorim’s Blast Exposes Depth of Man Utd Decline

Emmanuel Ademola by Emmanuel Ademola
January 20, 2025
in Sports
Reading Time: 4 mins read
A A
0
Ruben Amorim
Share on FacebookShare on TwitterShare on WhatsappShare on EmailShare on Telegram

Ruben Amorim might not have been historically accurate when he labelled his Manchester United flops as “maybe the worst team” in the club’s history, but his astonishing claim did expose the extent of the problems facing the beleaguered boss.

United are languishing in 13th place in the Premier League and have endured a painful series of ignominious losses since Amorim arrived from Sporting Lisbon to replace the sacked Erik ten Hag in November.

Amorim responded to United’s dismal 3-1 home defeat against Brighton on Sunday by branding his players among the worst in the club’s illustrious history.

Already in disarray prior to Amorim’s appointment, United have stumbled from one calamity to another under the Portuguese coach, with only rare signs of optimism in their draw at Liverpool and FA Cup win over Arsenal with 10 men.

United have suffered six home league defeats this season, their most from their opening 12 matches since the 1893-94 campaign.

They have also lost 10 of their 22 league games this term, the earliest into a top-flight season that they have hit double figures for defeats since 1989-90.

Heralded as one of the brightest young coaches in the game after a successful spell with Sporting, Amorim is now beginning to understand exactly why United have gone 12 years since winning the most recent of their record 20 English titles.

The 39-year-old’s brutal assessment pulled back the curtain on the depth of United’s decline since legendary boss Alex Ferguson ended his golden era after that 2013 title triumph.

“Our players are really nervous in actions,” Amorim said. “When you go on the pitch you remember the last games here.

“If I feel it, the players feel it a lot. The only way is to continue to do the same and to win games, that’s the only way to fix this.”

Amorim is paying the price for United’s muddled recruitment policy in recent years.

Harry Maguire, Rasmus Hojlund, Antony, Casemiro, Andre Onana and Joshua Zirkzee have all failed to justify hefty transfer fees, leaving Amorim with an unbalanced squad that cannot meet his demand for a high-energy 3-4-3 formation.

British billionaire Jim Ratcliffe and his legion of advisors have hardly made a positive impression since the INEOS boss became United’s co-owner last year.

They dithered over Ten Hag’s future after last season’s surprise FA Cup final win against Manchester City, eventually opting to keep the Dutchman despite speaking to Thomas Tuchel about replacing him.

When Ten Hag struggled again this season, Ratcliffe axed him in October, only to then fire sporting director Dan Ashworth after just five months in the role.

Unable to turn the tide, Amorim’s blunt criticism of United could be seen as a message to Ratcliffe to spend on new signings before the January transfer window closes.

United’s current 13th place would equal their lowest finish since 1989-90, while their tally of 26 points from 22 games is eight fewer than at this stage of any previous season since 1992.

Last season, they finished eighth, which ranked as their worst final position since 1990.

Despite those damning numbers, United historians could make a case to disagree with Amorim’s “worst team” claim on a purely statistical level.

United have been relegated from the top-flight five times, a fate surely even Amorim’s woeful squad are unlikely to suffer as they sit 10 points above the drop zone.

Their most recent relegation came in 1973-74 when United legend Denis Law returned to Old Trafford with Manchester City to score the goal that rubber-stamped a fate already sealed by results elsewhere.

It was especially ironic that United hit their latest low point against Brighton on the day they paid tribute to Law, who passed away aged 84 on Friday.

Law, Bobby Charlton and George Best became known as United’s ‘Holy Trinity’ after spearheading their rise to European Cup glory in 1968 from the ashes of the Munich plane crash that killed eight members of Matt Busby’s team 10 years earlier.

Leading United to Champions League glory must seem a long way off for Amorim as he comes to terms with the size of the task facing him at Old Trafford.

Emmanuel Ademola

Emmanuel Ademola

Ademola Emmanuel Akadiri is a trained and registered journalist with expertise in political public relations, political branding, media relations, crisis communication, government and media relations. He currently holds a Master's Degree in Mass Communication.

Related Posts

EPL: They’ll be beaten – Paul Scholes predicts winner in Liverpool vs Man Utd
Sports

EPL: They’ll be beaten – Paul Scholes predicts winner in Liverpool vs Man Utd

19 hours ago
EPL: Amorim should use Mbeumo as striker over Sesko — Owen
Sports

EPL: Amorim should use Mbeumo as striker over Sesko — Owen

6 days ago
Xavi Hernandez hinted to replace Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford
Sports

Xavi Hernandez hinted to replace Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford

1 week ago
Dembele wins 2025 Ballon d’Or ahead of Yamal [Full list]
Sports

Dembele wins 2025 Ballon d’Or ahead of Yamal [Full list]

2 weeks ago

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

I agree to the Terms & Conditions and Privacy Policy.

NATIONS NEWS

17 Soldiers Killed as Bandits Attack Military Bases in Niger State
National

Why Boko Haram remains a bold threat in Nigeria – Former NAF spokesman

19 hours ago
‘Dangote not above Nigerian labour law’ – NLC blasts VP Shettima
National

‘Dangote not above Nigerian labour law’ – NLC blasts VP Shettima

19 hours ago
Politicians disappointed as Yakubu steps down as INEC chair – Ex-presidential aspirant
National

Politicians disappointed as Yakubu steps down as INEC chair – Ex-presidential aspirant

19 hours ago
Don’t throw Abia into chaos – Ex-SSG warns politicians
National

Don’t throw Abia into chaos – Ex-SSG warns politicians

19 hours ago
Shettima’s remarks at book launch not about Fubara’s suspension — Presidency
National

Dangote Refinery: Nigeria’s interest greater than PENGASSAN – Shettima

2 days ago
NUPENG Declares Oshiomhole ‘Persona Non Grata’ Over Anti-Worker Stance on Dangote Refinery Strike
National

NUPENG Declares Oshiomhole ‘Persona Non Grata’ Over Anti-Worker Stance on Dangote Refinery Strike

2 days ago

POLITICS

Court Orders INEC to Prosecute 2023 Election Offenders

Fix INEC before 2027 elections – Political leaders urge Tinubu

2 days ago
Taraba gov, Kefas set to defect to APC

Taraba gov, Kefas set to defect to APC

3 days ago
2027: Nigerians don’t trust INEC – ADC

2027: Nigerians don’t trust INEC – ADC

4 days ago
2027: Tinubu will not win if Atiku, Jonathan contest – Ex-VP’s aide

2027: Tinubu will not win if Atiku, Jonathan contest – Ex-VP’s aide

4 days ago
Gary Lineker apologises to Osimhen over past comment

Gary Lineker apologises to Osimhen over past comment

5 days ago
Ologunagba to critics: Stop the rumours, PDP not dead 

Ologunagba to critics: Stop the rumours, PDP not dead 

5 days ago

YOUR ECONOMY

Naira Appreciates to N1,465/$ as External Reserves Reserves Jump to $42.4bn
Economy

Naira Appreciates to N1,465/$ as External Reserves Reserves Jump to $42.4bn

4 days ago
BREAKING NEWS: PENGASSAN Declares Nationwide Strike.
Economy

BREAKING NEWS: PENGASSAN calls off strike

1 week ago
You’re scaring off investors – Senator Karimi warns PENGASSAN over feud with Dangote Refinery
Economy

You’re scaring off investors – Senator Karimi warns PENGASSAN over feud with Dangote Refinery

1 week ago
BUA Chairman: Naira Will Settle at N1,300/$ by December 2025
Economy

BUA Chairman: Naira Will Settle at N1,300/$ by December 2025

2 weeks ago
IMF, World Bank, puppeteers behind Nigeria’s full fuel subsidy removal – Falana
Economy

IMF, World Bank, puppeteers behind Nigeria’s full fuel subsidy removal – Falana

3 weeks ago
Dangote Refinery Begins Distribution of Petrol Nationwide
Economy

Dangote Refinery begins nationwide distribution of petrol

3 weeks ago

E & P

EPL: They’ll be beaten – Paul Scholes predicts winner in Liverpool vs Man Utd
Sports

EPL: They’ll be beaten – Paul Scholes predicts winner in Liverpool vs Man Utd

by Steven Atogi
19 hours ago
0

Manchester United legend, Paul Scholes has predicted the Premier League match between the Red Devils and Liverpool. Liverpool will host...

EPL: Amorim should use Mbeumo as striker over Sesko — Owen

EPL: Amorim should use Mbeumo as striker over Sesko — Owen

6 days ago
Xavi Hernandez hinted to replace Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford

Xavi Hernandez hinted to replace Ruben Amorim at Old Trafford

1 week ago
Dembele wins 2025 Ballon d’Or ahead of Yamal [Full list]

Dembele wins 2025 Ballon d’Or ahead of Yamal [Full list]

2 weeks ago
Paul Scholes Defends Amorim’s System, Slams Manchester United Recruitment System

Paul Scholes Defends Amorim’s System, Slams Manchester United Recruitment System

3 weeks ago
Lookman Wins Atalanta Player of the Month of September 2024

Siasia to Chelle: Rely on Lookman, Arokodare

4 weeks ago

YOUR THOUGHT & HISTORY

NASS Rubber-Stamp Tinubu: PDP Chieftain Blasts Legislature, Calls Akpabio ‘Unfit’
National

NASS Rubber-Stamp Tinubu: PDP Chieftain Blasts Legislature, Calls Akpabio ‘Unfit’

by Steven Atogi
4 days ago
The Union, the Tycoon, and the State: Dangote versus PENGASSAN War, A New Precedent for Nigerian Labour
Opinion

The Union, the Tycoon, and the State: Dangote versus PENGASSAN War, A New Precedent for Nigerian Labour

by Odini Brains
1 week ago
HOW MR EAZI, OTEDOLA’S SON-IN-LAW, BUILT AN 18-COUNTRY EMPIRE
Opinion

HOW MR EAZI, OTEDOLA’S SON-IN-LAW, BUILT AN 18-COUNTRY EMPIRE

by Odini Brains
1 month ago
Mr Eazi and Temi Otedola: A Love Story That Traveled Three Continents
National

Mr Eazi and Temi Otedola: A Love Story That Traveled Three Continents

by Odini Brains
1 month ago
The Rise And Fall Of Sports Institute, Isaka
Columns

The Rise And Fall Of Sports Institute, Isaka

by Tammy Opoki
2 months ago

Who we are

Umpirenews | Latest News, Politics, Breaking News, Nigeria and African history

Welcome to Umpire News, your go-to online newspaper dedicated to broadening perspectives and expanding the horizons of our numerous readers. Read more

Browse by Category

  • Columns
  • Economy
  • Editorial
  • Entertainment
  • International
  • National
  • News
  • Opinion
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Trends

Recent News

17 Soldiers Killed as Bandits Attack Military Bases in Niger State

Why Boko Haram remains a bold threat in Nigeria – Former NAF spokesman

October 8, 2025
‘Dangote not above Nigerian labour law’ – NLC blasts VP Shettima

‘Dangote not above Nigerian labour law’ – NLC blasts VP Shettima

October 8, 2025
  • About Us
  • Contact Us
  • Privacy & Policy

© 2024 Copyright Umpirenews. All rights reserved

No Result
View All Result
  • Home
  • National
  • Economy
  • Politics
  • Sports
  • Entertainment
  • Editorial
  • Opinion
  • Columns

© 2024 Copyright Umpirenews. All rights reserved

This website uses cookies. By continuing to use this website you are giving consent to cookies being used. Visit our Privacy and Cookie Policy.

🤑Join & Get Our Easter Gifts 🤑

Enter your NAME & Email NOW!!

Be among the 1st 100 lucky WINNERS to win our Amazing GIFTs this Easter Period as you READ our Daily hot NEWs & make meaningful comments and follow us on our social media handles.

Name
Enter your email address