United Ruben Amorim confirms new injury concern after Man Utd’s FA Cup fifth round exit vs Fulham
Manchester United’s FA Cup journey ended in heartbreak as they suffered a dramatic penalty shootout loss to Fulham at Old Trafford, and the defeat was accompanied by yet another injury setback. After a grueling battle that extended into extra time, the Red Devils were edged out 4-3 on penalties following a tense 1-1 draw. Adding to the disappointment, Harry Maguire was forced off late in the game after picking up a knock, paving the way for Ayden Heaven, a winter signing, to make his debut for the club.
Following the match, manager Ruben Amorim addressed the media, acknowledging concerns over Maguire’s condition and stressing the need for a medical assessment. While admitting the situation was challenging, he remained determined, stating that the team must keep pushing forward and focus on their upcoming matches. The timing of Maguire’s injury further deepens United’s defensive struggles, with Lisandro Martínez already ruled out for the season due to a serious knee injury. Additionally, Luke Shaw and Jonny Evans remain sidelined with short-term fitness concerns, leaving the squad short on defensive options.
During the game, Amorim had initially introduced Victor Lindelöf as a substitute for Leny Yoro, but Maguire’s late injury left him with no choice but to call upon Heaven for his first appearance in a United shirt. The squad must now shift attention to an important Europa League round-of-16 clash against Real Sociedad in Spain, with Maguire’s availability set to be determined within the next 24 hours. Fans will be anxiously awaiting updates as they hope for a quick recovery ahead of a crucial run of fixtures.
United have endured a physically demanding schedule, having played a man down for over 50 minutes against Ipswich Town in their previous outing. With the challenges mounting, Amorim is counting on his squad to dig deep and deliver a strong performance in Spain despite the setbacks. While the recent injury concerns present a major test, the manager remains hopeful that his players will rise to the occasion and seize an important first-leg advantage.
