Rúben Amorim Stands Firm on Manchester United Philosophy After Challenging Start

Manchester United head coach Rúben Amorim has made it clear that he will not give up on his footballing philosophy despite pressure resulting from recent results. Amorim has stressed that he will stand by his ideas, even if that means someone else will eventually have to take over the managerial role at Old Trafford.

WHAT WAS SAID?

“I will not change my philosophy,” Amorim declared candidly. “I will continue with my ideas… if it doesn’t work, then someone else has to step in.” His statement emphasized his commitment to his tactical approach and way of working despite scrutiny from fans and the media regarding United’s performances since he took over in November 2024. The Portuguese coach, renowned for his success at Sporting CP with a clear playing style, has brought the same principles to Manchester United, focusing on attacking football and a proactive defense. Notably, Amorim has expressed his desire to stay at Manchester United for 20 years, setting a long-term vision for the club’s progress according to reports.

UNITED’S SEASON SO FAR

Manchester United have encountered inconsistent form in the first few months of the 2025-26 Premier League campaign. The team currently occupies the 13th position after four matches, registering one win, one draw, and two defeats according to recent updates. Attacking midfielder Bruno Fernandes leads the team with three goals. Defensively, United have struggled at times, conceding seven goals in their last five games. Amorim faces mounting pressure as United trails the top four by five points and faces another tough match with Chelsea visiting Old Trafford next weekend.

WHAT COMES NEXT?

Manchester United’s next challenge is a home match against Chelsea, who are unbeaten so far on 8 points from four matches. On the other hand, United desperately need a positive result to narrow the gap and ensure the fans of the club’s direction under Amorim. The match is crucial, as another poor result could further escalate the tension surrounding the Portuguese manager. Despite the pressure, Amorim’s determination to stick to his philosophy suggests that he will not waver from his footballing principles in the face of adversity.