Ruben Amorim was absolutely seething and addressed the situation immediately. He isn’t messing around. 👀

Ruben Amorim was visibly upset with a specific aspect of Manchester United’s performance during their Europa League clash against Bodo/Glimt.

United made a strong start, with Alejandro Garnacho finding the net in the opening minute. However, their early lead was short-lived as Håkon Evjen and Philip Zinckernagel scored to put Bodo/Glimt ahead. Rasmus Højlund stepped up to equalize before halftime with a clinical finish and later sealed a 3-2 victory in the second half, further establishing his claim for a regular starting role.

While Amorim drew positives from the team’s improved second-half display—highlighting the efforts of Højlund and Noussair Mazraoui—the first half exposed tactical shortcomings. The Portuguese manager’s adjustments during the break proved effective but underscored areas in need of refinement.

Amorim’s frustration during the first half was particularly evident when the team failed to capitalize on Antony’s positioning as a right wing-back. Reports from The United Stand indicate that Amorim was animated on the sidelines, expressing his displeasure at the slow ball movement towards Antony. Making his first start of the season, Antony was substituted in the second half as Amorim made further changes to his setup.

These tactical tweaks were pivotal, as they helped United secure their first win under Amorim, following a 1-1 draw against Ipswich. Reflecting on the challenges ahead, Amorim spoke about his commitment to a long-term vision despite immediate hurdles.

In an interview with Sky Sports, he noted, “Right now, we cannot completely control matches, but the players are giving their all. This approach comes with risks, but if we shy away from them, we’ll face the same problems next year. It’s normal for players to feel uncertain at times, but sticking with these ideas is vital for long-term improvement.”

Addressing broader concerns about his tactics, Amorim clarified, “People often emphasize the 3-4-3 system, but it’s more about understanding the dynamics of the game. There’s a significant amount of work to be done in this area, and our goal is to achieve steady growth over time.”