Ruben Amorim was left to ponder how far away his Manchester United side is from their desired level, as they slumped to a 1-0 defeat at Old Trafford against Everton. A year on since he took the reins, Amorim has been warning about this potential downfall, and it seems his words have come true.
For 77 minutes, with the game hanging in the balance, United watched their players struggle under pressure. Young defenders Patrick Dorgu and Leny Yoro gave away the ball carelessly, allowing Everton to build attacking momentum. The normally reliable Bryan Mbeumo and Bruno Fernandes failed to execute their chances effectively, while Joshua Zirkzee and Kobbie Mainoo were unable to press their claims for more game time.
The turning point came when goalkeeper Senne Lammens made a questionable attempt to save Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall's first-half effort, which ultimately proved decisive. Despite some late pressure from United, including a header from Zirkzee that forced Jordan Pickford into a full-length save, the visitors held on for the win.
"We are not there, not even near the point we should be to fight for the best positions in the league," Amorim said after the game. "We have a lot to do and we need to be perfect to win games. We were not perfect today." This is a familiar refrain for United fans, who have grown accustomed to their team being unable to close out matches.
Amorim's comments come at a time when his side are 10th in the table, just three points off the top four. Despite spending £250m in the summer on new signings, it remains unclear what this Manchester United team is capable of.
"We need to work together," Amorim said. "We are going to work together. The players are trying, but we need to be better." It's a message that echoes his initial warnings about the team's readiness for the season. Can United get back on track and find their desired level? Only time will tell.
For 77 minutes, with the game hanging in the balance, United watched their players struggle under pressure. Young defenders Patrick Dorgu and Leny Yoro gave away the ball carelessly, allowing Everton to build attacking momentum. The normally reliable Bryan Mbeumo and Bruno Fernandes failed to execute their chances effectively, while Joshua Zirkzee and Kobbie Mainoo were unable to press their claims for more game time.
The turning point came when goalkeeper Senne Lammens made a questionable attempt to save Kiernan Dewsbury-Hall's first-half effort, which ultimately proved decisive. Despite some late pressure from United, including a header from Zirkzee that forced Jordan Pickford into a full-length save, the visitors held on for the win.
"We are not there, not even near the point we should be to fight for the best positions in the league," Amorim said after the game. "We have a lot to do and we need to be perfect to win games. We were not perfect today." This is a familiar refrain for United fans, who have grown accustomed to their team being unable to close out matches.
Amorim's comments come at a time when his side are 10th in the table, just three points off the top four. Despite spending £250m in the summer on new signings, it remains unclear what this Manchester United team is capable of.
"We need to work together," Amorim said. "We are going to work together. The players are trying, but we need to be better." It's a message that echoes his initial warnings about the team's readiness for the season. Can United get back on track and find their desired level? Only time will tell.
They've been making so much noise in the transfer market, bringing in £250m worth of talent, but it seems like none of them are gelling 
The team looks disjointed, and it's affecting their performances on the pitch 
I mean, they're playing some great football when they win, but when they lose, it's like they just give up 
It's like they need to get their heads back in the game. Can't wait to see how Amorim shakes things up and brings this team together 
. Like, I get it, teams can take time to gel, but 10th place after all that cash is pretty underwhelming 
. What's the plan, Amorim? Are they gonna just keep making big signings hoping something sticks or are they gonna make some changes to actually improve the team? 
and now ruben amorim's saying they need to be "perfect" to win games??? that's like saying you need a magic wand or something 
maybe they should try working together instead of relying on all these fancy signings? 
Remember when Fergie's teams used to come from behind in the last 10 minutes of games to snatch a win? 
It's like they're back to square one under Amorim. £250m and still can't get it together? 
That team was unstoppable! Now, it's just... meh 
I'm worried for United's chances this season, but like you said, only time will tell if they can turn it around. 
Guess we'll have to wait and see how the rest of the season unfolds...
. And £250m spent in the summer and still struggling? That's not exactly a sound economic policy, you've got to invest wisely if you want to compete at the highest level 
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need more squad depth and chemistry, that's the thing. anyway, united fans gotta be patient, like 10th in the table ain't too shabby... yet 
. Coach Amorim's been saying they're not ready for like, forever now, but can't seem to get it together 
. Maybe they just need to "press" on and hope for the best?
. Ruben Amorim's right, it's time for the players to step up their game! 
, Manchester United needs to step up their game ASAP! Their midfield is so weak, it's like they're not even trying anymore 
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️. Patrick Dorgu and Leny Yoro are major liability 
. If they can't even beat Everton at home, what's the point of having all these big-name signings? 
the manager is saying all the right things but its time for action now 
️ the players need to step up their game and trust each other if not they will keep sliding down the table
it's not just the players, it's the whole system, coaching, everything...united needs a major overhaul if they wanna compete in the top league 
this is Manchester United we're talking about... can't they do better than that?! 
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. They spent £250m on new signings, but I'm starting to think that was just a fancy way of saying "we have no idea what we're doing" 
this team is just not clicking 
like amorim said, they're not even close to where they want to be in the league 
hopefully, they can make some adjustments and start winning consistently