RUBEN AMORIM: YOU BOTTLED IT TODAY | Tottenham vs. Manchester United | MATCH REACTION

Summary

The speaker expresses frustration with Manchester United’s performance in a recent match against Tottenham, highlighting poor finishing from key players and a lackluster display from goalkeeper Onana. Criticism is directed at manager Ruben Amorim for his failure to make timely substitutions and for adopting a cautious approach despite being behind. The speaker believes Amorim hasn’t made enough of an impact with the squad, especially regarding youth players, and questions his ability to turn things around. Overall, there’s a growing sense of pressure on the manager to improve results, with the speaker feeling that expectations for his tenure are not being met.

Takeaways

• 😀 The manager's lineup was considered stronger than previous ones, despite some reservations about certain player selections.
• 😀 There were concerns about Garo's lack of finishing quality, with his poor conversion rate on big chances being a major factor in the team's struggles.
• 😀 Onana's goalkeeping performance was criticized for making routine saves look difficult and lacking confidence in his positioning and mechanics.
• 😀 Missed chances in the first half, including a triple opportunity, were seen as game-changers. The team’s failure to capitalize on these moments led to a loss.
• 😀 The manager, Ruben Amarin, was criticized for not making any substitutions until the 90th minute, despite clear signs of fatigue from the players.
• 😀 There was frustration about the lack of in-game changes, with suggestions that the manager should have taken more risks by substituting players to impact the game.
• 😀 Fans were disappointed by the team's defensive approach, with a call for more attacking mindset, especially when losing and needing to chase the game.
• 😀 The manager's cautious style, playing defensive wing-backs and not being bold enough in attacking situations, was seen as a major issue.
• 😀 Despite the team’s lack of quality, the manager was held accountable for not making strategic substitutions and not inspiring his players to take risks.
• 😀 The manager's job security is under scrutiny, with fans feeling that if things don’t improve, he could face the same fate as previous coaches. The expectation is for him to turn things around quickly.

Q & A

Why was the speaker dissatisfied with the lineup before the game?

The speaker felt that the starting lineup was not ideal, but acknowledged that some players like Cass and Xery improved the team. They also noted the absence of players like Ahmad, Kobby Mino, and Lenny Euro.

What was the criticism of Garo's performance in the game?

The speaker criticized Garo for his poor finishing, particularly missing an easy chance. They also mentioned his low conversion rate for big chances in the league.

What did the speaker think of Onana's performance as goalkeeper?

The speaker expressed disappointment with Onana, describing him as having poor positioning and diving mechanics, and suggested that his difficulty in making saves cost the team.

How did the speaker feel about the lack of substitutions during the game?

The speaker was critical of the manager for not making substitutions until the 90th minute, arguing that the manager should have made changes earlier to affect the game and increase the team's chances of a comeback.

What changes could the manager have made to improve the team's chances, according to the speaker?

The speaker suggested that the manager should have substituted Rasmus for Cheeto or put Xery up front, which could have added a focal point for attack. They also mentioned putting Bruno higher up the pitch to increase pressure.

What was the speaker’s view on the manager’s cautious approach?

The speaker criticized the manager's cautious approach, particularly with playing defensive wing-backs. They argued that the manager should be more brave and take risks, especially after going a goal down.

How did the speaker assess the overall quality of the players in the game?

The speaker believed that the lack of quality in the final third, particularly in finishing, was a major factor in the team's inability to get a result. However, they acknowledged that the team's overall performance wasn't terrible.

What did the speaker think of the team's performance compared to Spurs’?

The speaker felt that Manchester United played better than Spurs in the second half and created more chances. They believed that Spurs didn’t dominate and were only ahead due to United's missed opportunities.

What is the speaker's opinion on the manager’s long-term prospects?

The speaker expressed concern that the manager might not be brave enough to turn things around, given the current poor performances. They felt that Ruben Amorim would face significant pressure if results didn’t improve.

How does the speaker view the comparison between Ruben Amorim and previous manager Erik ten Hag?

The speaker believed that the club’s decision to sack ten Hag and hire Ruben Amorim was based on the expectation that Amorim would perform better and potentially lead the team to the Champions League. They implied that Amorim is under pressure to meet those expectations.