“OH My God. No coach has done this at Carrington, and the players love it. Amorim could be the next Sir Alex Ferguson.” – Manchester United fans amazed by his first training sessions
Rúben Amorim’s Impact on Manchester United: A New Era Begin
Manchester United’s fans are buzzing with excitement after witnessing their players train under the guidance of their new manager, Rúben Amorim. Reports from Carrington reveal a shockingly positive reaction to his first few training sessions, with players expressing enthusiasm over his methods. Some fans have even compared Amorim’s style to that of legendary manager Sir Alex Ferguson.
Amorim, the 39-year-old Portuguese coach, is tasked with revitalizing a Manchester United team that’s been struggling. The club is currently languishing in 14th place in the Premier League, following the sacking of Erik ten Hag last month. With an important match against Ipswich Town coming up next Sunday, Amorim’s primary objective is to create a sense of unity, establish a new culture, and lay the foundation for a fresh identity at Old Trafford.
Setting a New Standard
In a recent interview with Manchester United’s official media, Amorim shared his vision for the club’s future. He expressed a clear intent to bring a distinct identity to the team, regardless of the tactical formation:
“I want to say beautiful things to you, but I’m really honest. What I can say is that you will see an idea. You might like it or not, but you will see an idea. You will see positioning. You will see something—something that shows what we want to achieve,” Amorim stated.
Despite having only two training sessions with the squad before the international break ended, Amorim made it clear that his priority is not tactical formations, but rather instilling a deep sense of character and club identity.
“A lot of people talk about 3-4-3 or 4-3-3, but when I think of Manchester United, it’s not about formations. It’s about the character of the players and the way they perceive the club. That’s what we need to focus on before anything else—before the pressing, before the tactics. The priority now is creating principles, identity, and the character that defined this club in the past.”
A Charismatic Leader
Amorim’s leadership style has already struck a chord with the players, especially with Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes. The bond Amorim created with his former players at Sporting Lisbon was particularly notable; when he left the club, many players openly expressed their emotions, a testament to his ability to inspire and connect on a personal level.
“It’s a funny thing because I like to speak—not too much—but when I speak, I think I speak from the heart,” Amorim shared in his recent interview.
Hungry for Success
Amorim also revealed that he was drawn to Manchester United because of its passionate fanbase and storied history. “I feel this is the place I want to be because the people here are hungry for success. You can sense the potential to be part of something special. The club’s history is a big reason for taking the job,” he said.
Before joining United, Amorim enjoyed a highly successful tenure at Sporting Lisbon, where he ended a 20-year trophy drought by leading the team to league titles in 2021 and 2024. His final match at Sporting saw an 11-match winning streak, putting them on course for back-to-back titles for the first time since the 1950s.
Key Fixtures Ahead
Amorim’s first home game at Old Trafford will be against Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League on November 28, followed by a crucial Premier League fixture against Everton on December 1. As the team adapts to his methods and vision, both fans and players are hopeful that this new chapter will mark the beginning of a successful era for Manchester United
