Marcus Rashford has heaped praise on Ruben Amorim, crediting the Portuguese manager for orchestrating a significant shift in the mindset of Manchester United’s players. Amorim, who recently replaced Erik ten Hag during the international break, has already begun to make his mark on the team. His first home Premier League game saw United deliver a dominant performance against Everton, dismantling the visitors with a 4-0 victory at Old Trafford. Rashford played an instrumental role in the win, scoring twice, while Joshua Zirkzee added the other two goals to cap off an impressive display.
This commanding victory was just Amorim’s third game in charge, following a hard-fought draw against Ipswich Town in the league and a solid Europa League win over Bodo/Glimt. Despite his short tenure, Rashford believes Amorim has already brought about a noticeable change in the team’s attitude and approach, which is starting to yield positive results on the pitch.
Speaking to Sky Sports after the game, Rashford highlighted the impact of Amorim’s arrival, emphasizing the energy and focus the manager has instilled in the squad. “The connection is going to build and grow the more we get used to him,” Rashford explained. “He’s come in during a busy period, and hopefully, the bond between us keeps strengthening. He’s arrived with a great attitude, and that energy has filtered through to the players.”
Rashford also acknowledged the importance of adapting to Amorim’s new style of play and maintaining consistency as the team continues to evolve under his guidance. “It’s a nice result,” Rashford continued. “With a new coach and a new way of playing, we’re still in the learning phase. But this win gives us something to build on. We need to back up this performance with another strong showing midweek. Individually, we all want to get back to our best and then push further to improve.”
Amorim himself reflected on the team’s performance, expressing satisfaction with the result but emphasizing the need for continued improvement. In his post-match interview with Sky Sports, the Portuguese manager remained pragmatic, acknowledging that there is still work to be done. “A new coach always brings change, but there is so much more we can improve upon,” Amorim said. “The players did a great job today, and the result was good, but we were pragmatic. We need to keep striving to get better.”
The early signs of Amorim’s tenure at Manchester United suggest a promising future for the team. His ability to galvanize the players and instill a renewed sense of purpose has already made a significant difference. However, both Rashford and Amorim recognize that the road to sustained success requires consistent effort and a commitment to continuous improvement. As the team navigates a demanding schedule, the focus will remain on building upon these early successes and fully integrating Amorim’s vision into their
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