Ruben Amorim: I made mistakes with Manchester United

Ruben Amorim has reflected on his time at Manchester United, admitting to several mistakes during his brief tenure as head coach. Speaking at a press conference after his appointment as AC Milan’s new manager, Amorim acknowledged his challenges during his 14-month spell at Old Trafford, which ended with his dismissal in January.

Lessons Learned at United

Amorim, who took charge of Manchester United in November 2024 following Erik ten Hag’s release, struggled to improve the team’s performance. The club finished a disappointing 15th in the Premier League and faced a painful loss in the Europa League final against Tottenham. Despite being sixth at the time of his sacking, Amorim faced criticism for his tactical approach and limited integration of academy players.

“It’s hard to explain the mistakes because for that I would have to explain all the context of the last adventure,” he stated. “The only thing to say is I learned a lot and I made some mistakes.” He expressed regret for not directly addressing United fans, stating, “I’m really proud to have been their coach for a year… There are a lot of things I could have done better.”

A New Chapter with AC Milan

Amorim’s record at United stands at just 25 wins from 63 matches, with 23 losses, culminating in a points-per-game average of 1.23, the lowest for any United manager in the Premier League era. Despite these challenges, Amorim remains optimistic about his future in coaching, saying, “Everyone learns from their experience… I think I will be a better coach.”

Now in charge of AC Milan on a three-year contract, Amorim aims to harness his past lessons as he focuses on new goals, including preparing for the upcoming FIFA World Cup 2026.

FAQs

What mistakes did Ruben Amorim acknowledge during his time at Manchester United?

Amorim admitted to several mistakes regarding tactics and player integration but emphasized the lessons learned from his experience.

What is Amorim’s record as Manchester United coach?

He won 25 of 63 matches, with a points-per-game average of 1.23, the lowest for any United manager in the Premier League era.