Amorim Under Fire: Legends at Old Trafford Call Out Manager as United Struggle to Find Form
15 December 2025
The Latest: Amorim Faces Legendary Criticism
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim says he understands the criticisms from former teammates and club greats, but argues that many judgments are made without seeing the full picture behind the doors at Old Trafford.
According to ESPN, Amorim notes that familiar names like Paul Scholes and Nicky Butt speak out naturally, yet some comments are made without access to all the details surrounding the coaching staff and the conditions around the team.
In recent weeks, Amorim has been the target of remarks from several pundits-turned-former players, including Scholes, Butt, Gary Neville and Roy Keane.
Scholes has been among the sharpest critics, claiming Amorim is not the right man to lead United and does not truly understand the club.
Amorim replied that the opinions of past stars are natural, but argued they do not realize what goes on behind the scenes at United.
The Portuguese coach has endured a challenging first season, winning just 14 of 42 Premier League matches since taking charge in November 2024.
Scholes criticized his approach, pointing to a back three instead of a four-man defence, and his handling of teenager Kobi Mainoo, but Amorim says such criticisms will fade if the team starts winning regularly.
Amorim added that not winning is the core problem; there are many things to fix, but the main issue is the lack of victories.
He joked that if he were winning, he could ride to matches on a horse with defenders only and still be fine.
Closing, he acknowledged the responsibility but asserted that United's lack of wins defines the problem and that the club must return to its expected place.
There was also a note about the upcoming English Premier League fixture against Bournemouth as the team seeks a turn in form.
Punchline 1: If wins were a rumor, Amorim would be its loudest source.
Punchline 2: If football were a simple game, Amorim would multitask as coach, pundit, and press officer all at once.
