Man United Collapse Continues as Amorim Slams ‘Dangerous Feeling’ at the Club
Old Trafford, Manchester – Manchester United’s downward spiral hit a new low on Sunday, as manager Ruben Amorim tore into his squad’s mentality following a 2-0 home defeat to West Ham—the club’s 17th league loss of the season.
United sit 16th in the Premier League, staring down their worst finish since 1974. In a furious post-match press conference, Amorim delivered a scathing assessment that stunned reporters and likely shook the dressing room.
“How is a Manchester United manager supposed to feel in this position? Embarrassed. It’s hard to accept,” Amorim fumed.
The 40-year-old Portuguese tactician, who took over in November, didn’t mince words as he criticized what he called a “dangerous feeling” spreading through the team.
“The biggest concern is that it feels OK to lose. That’s not Manchester United. That’s not elite football. We are losing the sense that this club is supposed to be feared.”
⚠️ Under the Microscope: United’s Ugly Numbers
| Metric | Stat |
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| Premier League Position | 16th |
| League Games Lost | 17 |
| Wins Since Amorim’s Arrival | 6 |
| League Goals Conceded | 51 |
Despite leading the club to a Europa League final against Tottenham on May 21, Amorim made it clear that silverware won’t mask systemic problems.
“I’m not concerned about the final,” he said bluntly. “That’s the least of our problems. We are not even ready for the Champions League.”
When asked whether he would stay on next season, Amorim offered a cryptic answer that fueled speculation.
“We need to be brave in the summer. If the feeling stays the same, we need different people. That could mean me too.”
🎙️ Key Quotes from Amorim’s Explosive Presser
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“It’s not about players, it’s about we. The club. The culture.”
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“You lose a game at home and no one reacts? That’s the end of elite standards.”
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“This is not Champions League-level mentality. It’s not even Premier League.”
🔍 Tactical and Cultural Crisis
The team’s lack of urgency, poor pressing, and disjointed build-up play were evident once again on Sunday. West Ham’s goals came from basic defensive lapses and passive midfield tracking.
The bigger issue, however, may be psychological. Amorim highlighted a team that has normalized losing, a death knell for any elite outfit.
🔥 What’s Next?
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Vs. Chelsea (May 16) – Last league game
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Vs. Tottenham (May 21) – Europa League Final in Bilbao
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Summer overhaul expected, with executive meetings reportedly scheduled for late May.
IDNN Takeaway
Manchester United are a club in freefall, and Ruben Amorim is now either the man to lead a revolution—or a casualty of one. What’s clear is that this isn’t just a footballing slump. It’s a cultural fracture at the Theatre of Dreams.
