The season has just begun, yet the woes of Manchester United are far from over.
From impressing against Arsenal despite not getting a win, to settling for a draw against Fulham, the tales of the Red Devils’ troubles have only just started. Beginning with finishing 15th last season, just a few points above relegation, to losing a Europa League final to Spurs—actually gifting them their first trophy in 17 years—and then missing out on Champions League football.
Despite all that, United’s losing streak seems to have just begun. Even after making signings like Mbeumo, Cunha, and the latest addition to the striking department, Benjamin Šeško, the troubles continue. Just yesterday, United lost to Grimsby, a League Two side, on penalties.
Of course, some may argue that missed penalties happen all the time—and I agree. But for it to even get to penalties against a League Two side is nothing short of disgraceful. United looked disjointed and disorganized, like confused souls on the pitch. Funny enough, even Grimsby kept their top scorer on the bench. Now the question is: Who do we blame for the disgrace that United has become? Should we blame Rúben Amorim? Some argue that his stubbornness and rigidity in refusing to switch his 3-4-3 formation—forcing wingers like Amad Diallo into wingback roles—is the major reason for United’s downfall. Many believe his 3-4-3 logic, which worked at Sporting, will never work at United, with a lot of people urging him to switch to a back four.
But let’s be honest here: how can a team like United fail to beat a League Two side? With or without a coach, it was awful—and I say this as a Man United fan, blood pressure machine by my side.
There’s also the argument that Mbeumo and Cunha, who were ballers for their previous teams, now look like they’ve just started playing football for the first time in their careers. (Šeško is still on probation for me, so I won’t judge—lol). That might be an indictment on the coach, but let’s not deceive ourselves: Manchester United has been going downhill for a long while. So what exactly is the problem?
There’s also increasing talk about the toxic atmosphere around the club—especially with how we’ve treated players like Marcus Rashford. Add to that the situation where Scott McTominay gets nominated for the Ballon d’Or, Antony is suddenly receiving “GOAT” shouts at Real Betis, and you really have to wonder: what is wrong?
Academy graduate Marcus Rashford once said, and I quote: “The problem with Manchester United is that they don’t make a plan and stick with it.” He was referring to our constant managerial changes and lack of patience to let a coach rebuild. And while I understand the need for stability, let’s be real—I don’t want us relegated in the name of a “rebuild.” If Amorim isn’t the guy, then he should go. Look at Chelsea: they’ve had about three managers in the past four years, yet look where they are now—and I really hate Chelsea.
Look, I’m not an accountant, and I don’t care about the money—it’s not mine. So dear Manchester United, do whatever it takes to avoid relegation. If that means throwing another €300m to back Amorim, fine. If it means sacking him, also fine. But in the name of God, first things first: send Onana to train with the U-7s and get us a goalkeeper.
