Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has expressed uncertainty regarding his team’s weekly performances as they prepare to face Brentford, seeking their first consecutive Premier League victories since his tenure began in November 2024. Amorim’s squad recently achieved back-to-back home victories, defeating Chelsea at Old Trafford and scraping a late win against Burnley prior to the international break. However, their promising form was marred by a disheartening defeat away to Manchester City, highlighting the ongoing challenge of consistency for Amorim’s side.
This inconsistency is underscored by the fact that United has not secured successive wins within the same season since May 2024. Reflecting on fans’ apprehensions about the team’s ability to string together victories, Amorim acknowledged he shares their uncertainty. “It’s normal for the fans; they don’t know what is going to happen in the next game,” he remarked. “To be completely honest, I have an idea, but I don’t know how it’s going to be, and I’m the manager of the team.”
He emphasized the need to treat each game as crucial and approached with a sense of urgency. Amorim aims to transform the current sentiment by demonstrating this urgency on the field. Despite the erratic results, Amorim believes his team has generally performed well this season, though their efforts have not always been mirrored in the outcomes. He stressed the importance of maintaining strong starts, which he feels could drive momentum.
“I don’t say ‘playing well’ because I think we did that this year,” Amorim stated. “It’s really important for us to instill a sense of urgency that we need to win no matter what, and it’s going to be really difficult.” He acknowledged the challenges presented by opponents but highlighted the need for his team to enter each match with the mindset exhibited against stronger teams like Chelsea, Burnley, and Arsenal.
Amorim’s approach focuses less on guaranteeing results and more on setting the right tone from the outset, aiming to win every match with determination and focus. This mindset could be pivotal in altering the current narrative and boosting Manchester United’s performance under his leadership.