May 15th 2024.
Sofyan Amrabat, a midfielder for Manchester United, has only started in nine Premier League games this season. Despite this, his coach Erik ten Hag had nothing but praise for his recent performance in a 3-2 win against Newcastle United. Amrabat's luck was put to the test when he almost gave away a penalty in the first half for a foul on Anthony Gordon. However, United managed to keep their hopes of qualifying for Europe alive with an impressive victory at Old Trafford. Kobbie Mainoo, Amad Diallo, and Rasmus Hojlund were the stars of the game, alongside captain Bruno Fernandes. But Ten Hag also made sure to acknowledge the contribution of Amrabat, who is fighting to keep his place in the team.
The 27-year-old midfielder has faced numerous struggles since joining United on loan from Fiorentina last summer. It is highly unlikely that the Red Devils will make his move permanent. However, his coach believes that he plays a crucial role in the team's tactical set-up. During his post-match interview, Ten Hag said, "I think he played a very good game. He was very important for us in terms of pressing and counter-pressing. He keeps the team together and compact, and we had some good moments to press and control the game."
Although Amrabat was lucky to escape giving away a penalty, Ten Hag was not asked about the incident during the post-match press conference. Referee Rob Jones and VAR did not award a spot-kick, despite Amrabat fouling Gordon in the box. United legend Wayne Rooney mentioned that Newcastle was very unfortunate not to receive a penalty. Even Gordon and Magpies boss Eddie Howe were left furious over the decision.
Amrabat himself spoke about his struggles this season, as this game marked only his ninth Premier League start. He said, "This is still not the best of Sofyan Amrabat. It's only my second 90 minutes in four or five months, so I'm not at 100% as normal. It was not easy, but I had to be patient. I was always ready for the team, whether they needed me for one minute or ten minutes. The only thing I could do was work hard and wait for my chance to come."
With only two games left to prove his worth to the United hierarchy, Amrabat must make the most of his opportunities. He will have a chance to shine in the final day clash against Brighton on Sunday and the FA Cup final against Manchester City on 25 May. As the season comes to an end, United fans can stay updated with all the latest news, exclusives, and analysis by signing up for our newsletter. We value your privacy and adhere to the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service.
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