Rúben Amorim and Manchester United's Problems in the Premier League

Muhe - Tuesday, 26 August 2025 | 08:00 AM (WIB)

Rúben Amorim and Manchester United's Problems in the Premier League

Rúben Amorim was appointed Manchester United manager in November 2024, succeeding the departing manager who failed to impress the club. As one of England's biggest clubs with a long history of success, pressure fell so heavily on Amorim. The media and supporters were quick to target him and his every move, especially in the famously competitive Premier League.

Amorim's Premier League Statistics

Up to August 2025, Amorim's Manchester United record was poor. They had won just 7 and lost 15 out of 29 league matches, and drawn only 7. They had amassed a total of 28 points, with a victory rate of a mere 24.1%. That is much less than the Premier League average manager and even on par with managers who have gone through relegation such as Neil Warnock.Amorim's losses and some unexpected outcomes, such as a 4-1 loss to Newcastle United in April 2025. Furthermore, United performed poorly in the start of the 2025/26 season as well, managing only a 1-1 draw with Fulham in August 2025 and having the team not yet winning in the new season.

Positive Moments and Major Wins

Although overall statistics are less than encouraging, there was some reason to be cheerful. One was the 4-0 victory over Everton at Old Trafford in December 2024, the biggest league victory under Amorim. Also, the 2-1 derby victory over city rivals Manchester City in December 2024 was a highlight, as it was United's first victory over City since the time of Sir Alex Ferguson.These wins demonstrated that Amorim was able to motivate his team in big games despite consistency being a serious issue. The fans could identify the potential, but there were communication issues in the team, tactics, and player adaptation that were issues that affected United's performance.

Challenges and Pressure

One of the greatest challenges for Amorim was integrating new players and the formation of good chemistry. The massive pressure from the fans, the media, and the club witnessed each mistake dissected. The intense rivalry in the Premier League witnessed the teams that failed to participate in the regular relegation battle falling behind the quest for the top-flight classifications.Secondly, Amorim's tough managerial style and emphasis on intricate tactics also faced resistance from players who had grown accustomed to his previous system. Adaptation to the psychological and physical pressures of the world's best league is also a factor to influence his statistics.Overall, Rúben Amorim's experience with Manchester United in the Premier League through to August 2025 has been a test. With 7 only wins out of 29 games, the team's performance has yet to match the club and fans' expectations. Despite this, notable winning moments indicate he can drive the team to win great games.Amorim's own destiny will largely depend on his ability to add consistency, build team chemistry, and cope with the pressure of a high-demanding league. Fans would hope that Amorim's mix of experience and planning would help United get back into shape, sanitize its statistics, and become competitive at the Premier League's top again.