Rúben Amorim expressed his frustration after Manchester United suffered a narrow 1-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur, lamenting missed chances that could have altered the match’s outcome. Despite creating several opportunities, United failed to convert, with James Maddison’s first-half strike ultimately proving decisive.
Amorim, however, remained resolute, focusing on the team’s performance rather than personal concerns. He stressed the importance of shifting focus to the next fixture, with United set to face Everton at Goodison Park on Saturday, February 22, in match week 26.
‘We Had the Opportunities’ “The biggest difference in the game was that they scored, and we didn’t,” Amorim said. “We had the opportunities to score, and in the first half, we pushed harder. But we didn’t put the ball in the net, and that’s the hardest part. We created chances, but we need to score to win games.”
‘I Am Not Worried About Me’ Amorim dismissed concerns about his own future, emphasizing his dedication to the club and players. “I am not worried about me. I understand our fans and what the media thinks. I just want to finish the league strong, and I’m more concerned about the club and the team,” he said. “I hate to lose; that’s the worst feeling. I’m not thinking about my job; I just want to help the players.”
‘We Need Your Support’ Amorim urged United supporters to maintain faith in the team during a challenging period. “The support of the fans is really important. We are doing everything, and sometimes we can do it, sometimes we can’t. But we will keep working and in the next game, we want to win,” he added.
Squad Fitness, Tactical Commitment Despite injury concerns, Amorim downplayed the impact, focusing on recovery and preparing for the upcoming game against Everton. “We want to recover the players, and I think we can get some back for the next game. From now until the end of the season, we have to stick together and finish strong,” he stated.
Amorim also acknowledged the challenges posed by injuries but remained committed to his tactical approach. “Losing players changes how you approach the game. I stick with my beliefs, and my job is difficult, but I’m confident in what we’re trying to do,” he concluded.
