Amorim on Criticism in England: Ordinary People in Portugal Earn Less.

Ruben Amorim on Critical Reviews in England

According to The Sun: For Ruben Amorim, the Manchester United manager, the situation does not seem so dire. He believes that the criticism in his native Portugal is much harsher than in England.

Amorim, who moved to England with his family after taking the position in November, noted:

“We love living in England. You can’t imagine the traumas we have back home, as we are so polite when we lose!”

The coach also expressed his dissatisfaction with the criticism of his tactics. Ahead of the match against Sunderland, he admitted that players' opinions on his well-known 3-4-3 system can drive him crazy.

Confrontation of Playing Styles

In the history of Manchester United, the use of three defenders has often been both a means of achieving goals and a short-term solution. The club has always been known for its wing players, and in Amorim's system, they play the role of wing-backs.

Although the club has invested over 250 million pounds in new players since Amorim's appointment, the team composition suggests that a 4-2-3-1 or 4-3-3 system would fit better.

On-Field Problems

Amorim's system does not always work on the field. For example, Mason Mount, who played against Brentford, failed to make an impact as a left winger. Similarly, Joshua Zirkzee, who has not scored in the Premier League since December, also couldn’t find his place in the campaign.

“This is not a system. It’s the little details of how we play,”

Ruben Amorim

In conclusion, Amorim emphasized that he does not plan to change his tactics just because of the media or past team problems. He believes that the real reasons for poor results lie in the details, not in the chosen playing system.

The situation at Manchester United under Amorim remains tense. The coach faces challenges not only from critics but also from internal difficulties in getting players to adapt to his tactical scheme. It remains important whether he can find an optimal balance and implement changes that could lead to improved results for the team.