Manchester United face a relegation battle, says boss Ruben Amorim
1 week, 2 days ago

Manchester United face a relegation battle, says boss Ruben Amorim

The Independent  

Sign up to Miguel Delaney’s Reading the Game newsletter sent straight to your inbox for free Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter Sign up to Miguel’s Delaney’s free weekly newsletter SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Ruben Amorim said it was “really clear” Manchester United were being drawn into a relegation fight following the 2-0 loss to Newcastle at Old Trafford. The United boss admitted his team’s situation was “a little bit embarrassing”, with this latest defeat leaving them seven points above the Premier League drop zone in 14th. Asked if he sensed United were being drawn into a relegation battle, Amorim told Sky Sports: “That is really clear and we have to fight.” The Portuguese added in his post-match press conference: “We have to acknowledge our position…we have to win games and focus on surviving.” Asked if it was embarrassing as United manager to be talking about relegation, Amorim, who has been in charge for 11 games in all competitions, said: “Yes – it’s also my fault in this moment, because I think the team is not improved, I think is a little bit lost in this moment. “It’s a very difficult moment and we have to fight for the next game and to implement the idea to win games and to have also performance, because I think we are losing some things from the last games.” United were dismal in a first half that saw Newcastle score through headers from Alexander Isak in the fourth minute and Joelinton in the 19th, and hit a post via Sandro Tonali.

History of this topic

The tactical tweaks Ruben Amorim used to revive Man Utd at Anfield
Trending News
2 days, 18 hours ago
Premier League 2024-25: Manchester United boss Amorim says allowed to be ‘only guy upset’ after draw with Liverpool
3 days, 6 hours ago
Roy Keane rips into 'disgraceful' Man United flops and singles out four players who must improve after showing 'no reaction' in horror start under Ruben Amorim
3 days, 16 hours ago
LIV 2-2 MUN Highlights, Premier League 2024-25: Diallo rescues point for Manchester United against Liverpool
3 days, 18 hours ago
Kevin De Bruyne believes Manchester City are heading in the right direction
3 days, 22 hours ago
Premier League 2024-25: Amorim urges Manchester United’s leaders to step up
4 days, 4 hours ago
Liverpool vs Manchester United LIVE streaming info, Premier League 2024-25: When, where to watch LIV v MUN; Preview
4 days, 6 hours ago
How Ruben Amorim can use the past to kick-start Man Utd’s ‘mission’ at Liverpool
5 days ago
Jamie Carragher on ‘Klopp’ concern for Man Utd over Ruben Amorim appointment
Trending News
5 days, 21 hours ago
Premier League 2024-25: Liverpool ready to inflict more misery on reeling Manchester United
6 days, 5 hours ago
Liverpool ready to inflict more misery on reeling Manchester United
6 days, 7 hours ago
Amorim’s formation and Rashford’s future – issues Man Utd need to sort
Trending News
6 days, 20 hours ago
Premier League 2024-25: Amorim ’very excited’ about where struggling Manchester United can go in 2025
Trending News
1 week, 1 day ago
Ruben Amorim is ‘very excited’ about where 14th-place Man United can go in 2025
Trending News
1 week, 1 day ago
Ruben Amorim gives defiant new year message after Man Utd end 2024 on a low note
1 week, 1 day ago
Lost in transition, the Manchester United story
1 week, 1 day ago
Ruben Amorim’s critical error has accelerated Man Utd to an unthinkable reality
1 week, 1 day ago
‘Embarrassed’ Ruben Amorim admits Manchester United are in a relegation battle
Trending News
1 week, 2 days ago
Premier League 2024-25: Amorim thinks Manchester United could be in relegation battle
1 week, 2 days ago
Man Utd in battle for survival as losing run goes on
1 week, 2 days ago
Gary Neville says Man United have 'deteriorated' under Ruben Amorim and are the WORST Red Devils side of the last decade… with the club now on brink of being 'dragged' into relegation scrap
1 week, 2 days ago
Manchester United face clear threat of relegation, admits Amorim after another loss
1 week, 2 days ago
Manchester United vs Newcastle LIVE: Premier League team news as Marcus Rashford returns to squad
Trending News
1 week, 2 days ago
How 'Ruben Interim' blew his Man United honeymoon - and why they really are in a relegation battle
1 week, 5 days ago
Ruben Amorim explains why he’s enjoying Man Utd ‘danger’ amid dismal form
1 week, 5 days ago
Amorim accepts job on the line in Manchester United keeps losing
1 week, 5 days ago
Manchester United just have to survive: Ruben Amorim on Boxing Day loss vs Wolves
1 week, 6 days ago
Ruben Amorim says Man Utd must find way to end struggles
1 week, 6 days ago
Man Utd manager Ruben Amorim drops fresh hint over Marcus Rashford’s future
1 week, 6 days ago
Ruben Amorim vows to revive Manchester United: One of lowest moments in our club
2 weeks, 1 day ago
English Premier League: Amorim faces challenge as Manchester United prepares for Wolverhampton after back-to-back losses
Trending News
2 weeks, 1 day ago
Premier League 2024-25: Frustrated Man Utd boss Amorim not feeling Christmas cheer
2 weeks, 1 day ago
Injuries easing and January signings – How Manchester City might stop rot
2 weeks, 2 days ago
How Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United start compares to his recent predecessors
2 weeks, 2 days ago
Lisandro Martinez says Manchester United are improving and ‘deserve more’
2 weeks, 3 days ago
It’s Ruben Amorim’s ‘responsibility’ - but what are Manchester United’s problems?
2 weeks, 3 days ago
Pep Guardiola baffled by Man City form: ‘We are living the parallel’
2 weeks, 3 days ago
Ruben Amorim claims everyone at Man United is 'TIRED' of losing - as he rues 'nervous' performance in 3-0 defeat by Bournemouth
2 weeks, 3 days ago
Manchester United considering lucrative post-season trip to Malaysia
2 weeks, 3 days ago
Ruben Amorim praises Manchester United’s fighting spirit in League Cup defeat to Tottenham
2 weeks, 6 days ago
‘Emotional’ Ruben Amorim sends advice to Man Utd’s wantaway star Marcus Rashford
2 weeks, 6 days ago
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim on Rashford situation: I will handle it
Top News
3 weeks ago
‘A lot of things need to change’: Thierry Henry highlights problem with Arsenal attack
3 weeks, 1 day ago
Manuel Ugarte confident Man Utd can compete for trophies under Ruben Amorim
3 weeks, 1 day ago
Premier League 2024-25: Maguire says ‘statement’ derby win will boost Man United’s belief
3 weeks, 2 days ago
Harry Maguire provides update on Manchester United contract talks
3 weeks, 2 days ago
Ruben Amorim speaks out on Manchester United dressing room leaks
3 weeks, 2 days ago
Manchester City vs Manchester United highlights: MCI 1-2 MUN, Premier League; Amad, Bruno late goals give United win
Top News
3 weeks, 3 days ago
Man City and Man Utd are in crisis – but only one club has an obvious solution to escape nightmare start
3 weeks, 4 days ago

Discover Related