Manchester United Names Ruben Amorim as New Permanent Manager
Ruben Amorim, the highly acclaimed Portuguese tactician, has been appointed as the new permanent manager of Manchester United, effective after the next international break. He will be leaving his current post at Sporting CP to take on the challenge at Old Trafford.
Key Facts About Manchester United’s New Manager, Ruben Amorim
1. Amorim’s coaching journey began with Braga’s B team before he ascended to the top job.
2. Top clubs like Liverpool and Barcelona regarded him as a rising star with potential.
3. Sporting CP invested a club record €10 million to secure Amorim’s services from Braga in 2020.
4. Under his guidance, Sporting CP claimed two Portuguese league titles, ending a 19-year trophy drought.
5. Amorim is known for his preference for a 3-4-3 formation, emphasizing high pressing and proactive possession-based football.
6. His teams are renowned for their adaptability, seamlessly switching between aggressive pressing and a compact defensive structure.
7. During his first full season, Amorim’s Sporting set a league record with a 32-game unbeaten streak.
8. His teams are recognized for their intensity without the ball, employing a range of pressing tactics.
9. Analysts have given Amorim a score of 66/100 for his coaching abilities.
10. Manchester United captain Bruno Fernandes has publicly endorsed Amorim, crediting him with a positive impact on team performance since his arrival at Sporting CP.
