Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim says Sunday’s special win over Premier League champions Liverpool was all about the fans and the incredible spirit his team showed.
United silenced the Anfield crowd with a stunning second-minute opener from Bryan Mbeumo, and after Cody Gakpo’s late equalizer for Liverpool, the Reds roared back as Harry Maguire sealed all three points with an 84th-minute winner.
Amorim called it the biggest win of his time in Manchester, but instead of taking the spotlight, the boss praised the unity of his players and the incredible backing from our buzzing away fans during his post-match interviews.
After the match, Amorim discussed several key points, emphasizing team unity, the steady progress within his squad, and the impact of the new tactical setup on set pieces.
“Every day is special [as United boss] but this was a very special win. To see our fans singing during the game, in a moment that the biggest rival are champions, on their field and at their stadium, this win is all about our fans and the spirit of the team because I believe we can play so much better. We will analyze the game in the same way we analyze the other ones, try to see the good things and bad things. But, for me, the togetherness they [the players] showed during this game, that is special for me.”
“Sometimes the luck is so important in football. We had some games that we are playing well in and we suffer a goal, today we start with a goal [inside two minutes]. I think twice [Cody] Gakpo shot on the post. Sometimes we just need some moments to change the narrative of one game. That is important for us and our players to understand, but they did a great job.”
“Harry Maguire is really important for us, he was really important for us today. He is a great example of that. Everything that he has been through. It’s a good example for every kid. And now he has to recover to be ready for Brighton.”
“We just saw the game and knew how important our set pieces are and the guys that have more experiences are on [the pitch] in the beginning. Every time we play in this environment, if you block well in the beginning, you can feel the defence turning and we feel that in our stadium and all the big teams feel that. We fought for every ball, we lost our composure in the second half but the spirit was there and that is the most important thing, if you have the spirit you can win any game.”
He also discussed Amad Diallo’s role, explaining his adaptation to the wing-back position and how it adds a new dimension to United’s play.
“Amad is doing so well in that position. He’s perfect for that position. He was upset today when I made a sub, but he was on a yellow card, it was a lot of man to man on the side, so it was just about that. If not, he would continue with the game because he is so important for us. He has struggle for a few weeks [with his bereavement], but we are here for him and that’s the most important thing.”
Ruben Amorim also highlighted the importance of goalkeeper Lammens, praising his composure, sharp reflexes, and growing influence at the back.
“He was really important. Sometimes it is a little bit of luck because they had two shots on the post. That can change the narrative, the way you see the team, the goalkeeper or whatever. So we have to understand that, but he showed a lot of character, a lot of quality and we win also because of Lammens.”
Amorim also addressed the issue of fatigue within the squad, acknowledging the players’ heavy workload but commending their resilience and determination to keep pushing through.
“We are a team that controls the game with the ball. When you spend so much time without the ball, and that is not normal, we struggle a little bit. That is normal. Let’s enjoy the win but focus on what we have to improve to win [against] Brighton.”
“I think that was the biggest win in my time at Manchester United. It means a lot today but tomorrow it won’t mean a lot. It’s three points and it’s a good victory.”
