Ruben Amorim’s tenure as Manchester United manager appears uncertain, with pundits suggesting his job might be at risk if not for the backing of Sir Jim Ratcliffe, who appointed him in November 2024. Despite securing a 2-1 victory over Chelsea, many see the result not as a turning point in United’s fortunes.
The weekend’s triumph at Old Trafford has momentarily alleviated the mounting pressure on Amorim. However, prior to the match, Sky Sports pundit Jamie Redknapp speculated that the Portuguese manager could have already faced the sack if it weren’t for the endorsement of Ratcliffe, the club’s head of football operations.
Discussing the controversial 3-4-2-1 formation, Redknapp noted the persistence of tactical issues, emphasizing a lack of pace and creativity in forward areas. Highlighting challenges faced by players like Dorgu and Mazraoui in providing depth and threatening wide, Redknapp questioned the efficacy of the current strategy. He also pointed out that despite having speedsters like Mbeumo and Diallo, the team struggles with consistency, noting Amorim’s record of only eight wins in 31 Premier League matches.
Following Robert Sanchez’s early red card, which left Chelsea with ten men, United capitalized, albeit with criticism from Redknapp for their inability to dominate convincingly. The pundit praised their determination to secure all three points, but cautioned against viewing this win as a definitive change in momentum, stating, “You can’t say it’s a turning point.”
The match, marked by unusual events, including strategic missteps from Chelsea’s manager Maresca, leaves United with much to contemplate. While three points are undeniably significant, Amorim’s future remains shrouded in uncertainty.
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