December 28th 2024.
Ruben Amorim's time at Manchester United has not been smooth sailing. In fact, he has lost five out of his first ten games as the new head coach. This has led to speculation that he may be sacked in January if he doesn't turn things around quickly. Former United player, Ben Foster, even made a slightly humorous prediction that Amorim might not last beyond the next four games.
When Amorim was hired in November, it was seen as a turning point for the struggling team. However, results have not improved as much as expected. The recent 2-0 defeat against relegation-threatened Wolves was a major setback, especially with captain Bruno Fernandes receiving a red card. This defeat leaves United in 14th place in the Premier League, far from where they want to be.
While it may be unfair to put all the blame on Amorim, as he is still new to the job, it does not reflect well on him. He himself has acknowledged that he could be sacked if the team's performance doesn't improve. Foster, in his YouTube channel, The Cycling GK, jokingly suggested that United might have another managerial change in the near future.
Looking at their upcoming fixtures, it's not looking very promising for United. They have tough matches against Newcastle, Liverpool, and Arsenal, all currently in the top five of the table. And their next game against Southampton, who are currently at the bottom of the table, is not a guaranteed win either. Foster even went as far as calling it "El Sackico" at Old Trafford on January 16th.
However, it's not just Amorim who is under pressure. Newcastle, Liverpool, and Arsenal are all strong teams that United may struggle against. On the other hand, Southampton is seen as the easiest fixture of the season. But their new coach, Ivan Juric, who has just arrived at St. Mary's, is not in danger of being sacked yet.
According to the odds from William Hill, Amorim is not the favorite to leave his position next. That title goes to Ange Postecoglou, followed by Julen Lopetegui and Sean Dyche. However, United's performances must improve if Amorim wants to keep his job. Foster was particularly critical of two players during the Wolves game, pointing out a lack of urgency and commitment from the team.
The red card for Fernandes was just one example of the team's struggles this season. And the final goal, scored in the last minute of the game, was a result of United's midfield being outplayed and "bullied" by the opposition. Amorim needs to find a way to turn things around quickly if he wants to avoid being added to the list of sacked managers at United.
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