EPL
Amorim Receives Muted Applause with Sporting Fans Split Over Man Utd Switch
Ruben Amorim had hoped to leave Lisbon on a high note, celebrating a third Primeira Liga title. But football rarely follows a perfect script.
Instead, what appears to be his final match before taking on Manchester United saw him bidding farewell at a half-empty Estadio Jose Alvalade in a League Cup quarter-final against Nacional.
Sporting CP secured a 3-1 victory, thanks to second-half goals from captain Morten Hjulmand and a brace by Viktor Gyokeres. Luis Esteves managed to pull one back for Nacional, based in Madeira.
As the match concluded, Amorim made his way down the tunnel without acknowledging the home crowd, leaving a sense of finality in the air.
Addressing rumors of his Manchester United move, Amorim remained tight-lipped: “There’s nothing to announce. Right now, I have no comments—anything I say will only create more speculation. The club has made a statement, and the decision will be mine as the statement confirmed. But speculating now won’t help.”
Tuesday’s Champions League match against Manchester City will see the stadium full of life, though by then, Amorim may have already taken his place at Old Trafford.
Despite interest from clubs like Liverpool, Aston Villa, and even Manchester City as a post-Pep Guardiola option, Amorim, 39, found the United offer too compelling to refuse. However, his exit is dividing Sporting’s fan base, with many supporters believing he should have finished the season.
Nevertheless, Amorim, along with his three-man coaching team likely joining him, leaves Sporting in a far better position than when he arrived in 2020.
Before kickoff, there was polite applause as his name was announced with the lineups. And though his departure is bittersweet for fans, his legacy is secure.
Under his leadership, Sporting has reestablished itself as a dominant force in Portuguese football.
This season alone, they have won their first nine league games, scoring 30 goals and conceding just two—a testament to Amorim’s impact on the club.
EPL
Ruben Amorim’s Last Old Trafford Match Shows Exactly What Man Utd Are Missing
Ruben Amorim’s last visit to Old Trafford with Braga is a stark reminder of the tenacity Manchester United has been missing.
Now, as Erik ten Hag’s tenure comes to an end, United has appointed Amorim as the club’s new manager, hoping he will inject the fighting spirit his Sporting CP side has exemplified, winning two league titles and three domestic cups.
The Red Devils’ lack of resilience this season has been evident, particularly in disheartening 3-0 defeats to Liverpool and Tottenham.
However, Amorim’s 2012 visit to Old Trafford with Braga during the Champions League shows a different type of United—a team that never shied away from a comeback.
In that memorable match, Amorim’s Braga stunned the home crowd, with Brazilian striker Alan scoring twice within the first 20 minutes to give Braga a 2-0 lead. But under Sir Alex Ferguson, United’s resilience was legendary.
Javier Hernandez halved the deficit just five minutes later, Jonny Evans scored an equalizer in the 62nd minute, and ‘Chicharito’ completed the comeback with a winning goal 15 minutes before the final whistle.
The last time United staged a similar comeback was in December 2023, when Rasmus Hojlund’s late goal sealed a 3-2 Boxing Day victory over Aston Villa. Unfortunately, these moments have been rare in recent years.
Ten Hag’s response to United’s loss against Tottenham earlier this season only underscored the team’s lack of self-belief. Reflecting on that game, he said, “I ignore that game against Spurs because we were down to 10, and the red card was later overturned.
Everyone agreed it wasn’t the right decision; it was an injustice to assess the team on that performance.”
If Ten Hag lacked confidence in the team’s ability to fight back, it’s no wonder the players have struggled with resilience. Now, with Amorim’s arrival, there’s hope that he can inspire a revival, driving United to display the grit and determination that once defined the club.
EPL
David de Gea Sends Another Message to Erik ten Hag After Man Utd Sacking
David de Gea continues to prove former Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag wrong, earning the Man of the Match award in Fiorentina’s 1-0 win over Genoa.
Since signing with Fiorentina on a one-year contract over the summer, De Gea has shown he still has what it takes after spending 14 months away from professional football.
United released him in 2023 despite his Golden Glove win, choosing to replace him with Andre Onana to align with Ten Hag’s focus on ball-playing ability from the back.
At the time of his departure, De Gea had reportedly agreed to a contract extension before United withdrew the offer.
Following Ten Hag’s sacking this week, De Gea shared his reaction with a simple “pinched fingers” emoji, a symbol often used in Italy to convey frustration or disbelief.
In Thursday’s match, the 33-year-old delivered several critical saves, securing a clean sheet and lifting Fiorentina to fourth in Serie A.
Fiorentina manager Raffaele Palladino praised the victory: “It was a hard-fought, gritty win in a challenging environment. These types of victories build character and give us confidence.”
Palladino has previously described De Gea as “world-class,” applauding him for saving two penalties in Fiorentina’s 2-1 win over AC Milan earlier this month.
“He’s a true champion and role model,” Palladino said. “Every day, we’re grateful to have such a top goalkeeper.”
EPL
OFFICAL: Man Utd Appoint Amorim as New Head Coach
Manchester United is thrilled to announce the appointment of Ruben Amorim as Head Coach of the men’s first team, pending work visa approval.
According to Club website, Amorim will officially take over on November 11, after fulfilling his current commitments, with a contract lasting until June 2027 and an option for an additional year.
Amorim is regarded as one of the most promising young managers in European football.
With an impressive record as both a player and a coach, he led Sporting CP to two Primeira Liga titles, including their first in nearly two decades.
Until Amorim’s arrival, Ruud van Nistelrooy will continue to oversee the team.
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