Amorim's Exit: The Sacking That Had Him Laughing in Manchester

What happened in Manchester

Portuguese coach Ruben Amorim was spotted laughing with his wife as they walked in a Manchester street, hours after learning he had been dismissed as Manchester United's manager. The dismissal was announced by United today, following his sharp criticisms of the club's leadership after Sunday's 1-1 draw with Leeds United in the Premier League's Round 20.

The English club said in an official statement that Amorim had left his role as head coach. "Manchester United have parted ways with Ruben Amorim," the club said. Given United's sixth-place league standing, the leadership decided that this was the right time to effect a change to give the team the best chance to improve their position in the Premier League.

The club thanked Amorim for his contributions and wished him success in his future.

Hours after the exit, a video circulated on social media showing Amorim laughing with his wife, appearing to share happiness about leaving the Red Devils.

At the time of the announcement, Manchester United sat sixth in the Premier League table with 31 points, 17 behind leaders Arsenal.

Punchline 1: If football management came with a manual, Amorim clearly misplaced page 1—"how to leave quietly and still grab the headlines."

Punchline 2: He exits with a smile—proof that sometimes the best strategy to dodge a red card is a well-timed joke and a fresh start.