Almost completing a year as Manchester United coach, Ruben Amorim admitted that the poor results led him to question whether he was the right man to turn the situation around at the English giant. “There were moments when I struggled and thought that maybe it wasn’t destined to happen,” he confessed.
In previewing the game with Nottingham Forest, on matchday 10 of the English League (Saturday, 3pm), the Portuguese coach agreed that the recent good results (five wins in the last seven games) help to boost morale. «Today, I know that I made the best decision of my life», he allowed himself to say, still aware of the constant need to «win the next game».
What Ruben Amorim does not give up is the idea to achieve this. «Perhaps it is true that, if we played 4-4-2, we would win more games», he assumed when asked about an opinion, regarding the United team, held by Sean Dyche, current Forest coach, at the beginning of the season. «But I keep repeating that I have a way of playing that, although it may take a little longer (to be implemented), will allow for a better future», added the Portuguese coach.
«We have to think positive, but also be prepared for the ups and downs typical of football. Today, we may lose here or there, but the level remains. I believe more in the players and I think they trust me more too. This comes from victories», highlighted Amorim.
Behind was a disappointing end to last season, marked by 15th place in the Premier League and defeat in the Europa League final, and a painful start to 2025/2026, with a triumph in only the first five games.
“I can say that we are a better team now. We feel it and that can help us overcome difficulties”, believes the United coach, encouraged by the clear signs of recovery shown by the Red Devils.
