Manchester United once again disappointed in the Manchester derby after being completely outplayed by City. What angered fans even more than the lackluster performance was manager Ruben Amorim’s puzzling decision to leave young star Kobbie Mainoo on the bench for the entire match.
Mainoo – hailed as United’s new gem from the academy, with his ability to control the tempo and inject creativity into midfield – could have made the difference. Several pundits and former players stressed: “If Mainoo had been on the pitch, the outcome against City would have been very different.”
Amorim’s rigidity and lack of flexibility have become a heated topic among Red Devils supporters. Many argue that the Portuguese coach is losing the fans’ trust by sidelining one of the squad’s brightest talents.
The derby defeat was not just about the scoreline; it was also a warning for Amorim: if he continues to waste talents like Mainoo, his future at Old Trafford will face serious questions.
👉 Will Amorim wake up and give Mainoo the opportunity he deserves in the upcoming matches? Or will United sink deeper into crisis under the Portuguese manager’s stubborn approach?
Leave a Reply