The tension at Old Trafford has once again spilled into the spotlight following Manchester United’s frustrating 1-1 draw with Fulham, and this time the criticism is coming from inside the dressing room. A United goalkeeper has reportedly voiced his displeasure with manager Ruben Amorim’s decision-making, claiming the coach’s choice to start a player who “wasn’t ready” ultimately cost them the game.
After the final whistle, the keeper’s words carried real sting: “He’s clearly not ready. He shouldn’t have been thrown into such an important game. I don’t blame him, I blame the coach for making that decision—and now we’ve all suffered because of it.”
Things had actually started brightly for United when teenage defender Leny Yoro rose highest to nod home his first Premier League goal, sparking huge celebrations among the away end. But instead of capitalizing on the momentum, United lost control. Fulham began to dominate possession and punished their opponents with an equalizer, exposing defensive weaknesses that have haunted Amorim’s side since the start of the campaign.
The player singled out by fans as “not ready” endured a nightmare outing—misplaced passes, poor positioning, and lapses in concentration that continually invited pressure. While supporters had already voiced their frustration during the match, the goalkeeper’s post-match remarks confirmed the sense of unease within the squad.
Fans quickly took to social media to tear into Amorim’s stubborn selections. Many questioned why he risked fielding someone unprepared in a must-win game, insisting the manager had undone all of Yoro’s early good work. One post read: “Everyone saw it except the coach. Why force him in?” Another added: “Different manager, same mistakes. Nothing has changed.”
Even pundits weren’t holding back. Gary Neville admitted Amorim’s gamble backfired: “The player wasn’t ready—it’s obvious. But the responsibility lies with the manager. He made a call that simply didn’t work.”
The draw leaves United struggling to gather momentum early in the season, with points slipping away and doubts growing over Amorim’s leadership. He was brought in to bring stability after last season’s collapse, but cracks are already visible. When members of his own squad are voicing frustrations publicly, it suggests the harmony he was meant to restore is beginning to unravel.
What was expected to be a season of rebuilding is now looking like another cycle of frustration. Unless Amorim quickly proves he can make the right calls under pressure, the scrutiny on him will only grow heavier.
