Portuguese media reveals surprising views on Amorim after the defeat at MU

After the event at Old Trafford, Portuguese media presented an alternative viewpoint on Ruben Amorim, which surprised many.

The Portuguese newspaper Record through an editorial by journalist Nuno Félix, expressed a rare and rather harsh opinion regarding Ruben Amorim’s dismissal by Manchester United. Instead of solely blaming the chaotic environment at Old Trafford, the Portuguese outlet suggested that Amorim himself bears significant responsibility for this premature outcome.

According to Record, the process leading to Amorim’s sacking did not start with the on-field defeats but rather with the wave of skepticism that surrounded him from the moment he took charge. The Portuguese coach was repeatedly targeted by former MU legends like Gary Neville and Roy Keane, who quickly labeled him a wrong choice.

However, notably, Record does not blindly defend Amorim. The article highlights the coach born in 1985 approached the English football environment with excessive rigidity. He remained almost entirely loyal to his own philosophy, despite the MU squad being ill-suited and the circumstances demanding constant adjustments.

The Portuguese newspaper’s analysis points out Amorim’s lack of tactical flexibility and his slow adaptation to the pace and pressure of the Premier League. His “dogmatic” mindset led to a gradual loss of internal trust and failed to build consensus within both the dressing room and the club’s management.

Nevertheless, Record also stresses that Amorim is not an isolated case. Before him, many renowned coaches such as David Moyes, Van Gaal, Solskjaer, and Ten Hag all left Old Trafford disappointed. This reflects a systemic issue, rather than merely individual mistakes.

The article particularly emphasizes the responsibility of MU’s ownership, with the Glazer family accused of prioritizing commercial profits over sporting direction. In such an environment, coaches become the usual “scapegoats,” while Old Trafford is turned into a place for dismissals instead of long-term rebuilding.

In conclusion, Record believes Amorim failed due to his inability to adapt, but MU failed because it lost its identity. When nostalgic voices dominate public opinion and profit remains the top priority, the vicious cycle at Old Trafford is unlikely to end.