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Fatal flaw frequently seen during Ten Hag era reared its ugly head vs Ipswich, Amorim must nip this in the bud

Manchester United were lucky to escape with a point from Portman Road on Sunday in what was Ruben Amorim’s first game in charge of the club. It was Marcus Rashford who handed the Red Devils the lead but Ipswich Town created the better chances and the visitors had Andre Onana to thank to keep the hosts down to only one goal. The team lacked fluidity, something that was expected considering
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United announce major growing financial issue, could torpedo Amorim's blueprint for success – report

Manchester United’s worrying debt continues to grow as they borrowed £200 million to fund last summer’s transfer window. United announced their first quarter financial results yesterday, revealing total revenue up to September 30 was £143.1 million. The club claimed it made a meagre profit of £1.3 million, as income decreased due to lack of Champions League football and a reduced pre-season tour schedule in the summer. Debt is sadly no
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Midfield magician wanted by United breaks "incredibly frustrating" injury news that may jeopardise a move

Lille midfielder Angel Gomes has confirmed he is facing a spell on the sidelines as he undergoes recovery from an unspecified injury. Gomes, who represented United between 2006 and 2020 before departing for Lille, is believed to be a player the Red Devils are interested in bringing back to the club. He has been exceptional in France and has alerted a number of clubs to his availability as he approaches
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United target "one of the most dynamic attacking threats" to solve major puzzle for Amorim – report

Manchester United are reportedly interested in AC Milan left back Theo Hernandez. Diogo Dalot lined up as the starting left wing back in Ruben Amorim’s new 3-4-3 formation against Ipswich Town on Sunday, but struggled to impress in his new role. Amorim’s new system requires two wing backs who are very comfortable going forward but who are also equally adept at defending. United were targeting a left back before Amorim’s
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"Impossible for those two": PL legend claims United superstars not fit for Amorim's purpose after disastrous Ipswich display

Ruben Amorim’s first game as Manchester United boss ended in a 1-1 draw against Ipswich Town at Portman Road on Sunday. The start was just what the Portuguese would have wanted with Marcus Rashford handing the visitors the lead within 90 seconds. But after that it was all Ipswich and the Red Devils were lucky in the end to escape with a point. The hosts created the better chances and
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United’s man of the match vs Ipswich gives brutally frank account of Amorim’s first match in charge

Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has called on him and his teammates to look forward, following Sunday’s disappointing draw with Ipswich Town. United took an early lead through Marcus Rashford, who got on the end of a sensational Amad Diallo cross to guide the ball into the back of the net. However, Ipswich pushed back and grew into the game as time went by. Eventually, the Tractor Boys restored parity
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Amorim to include talented 16-yo in squad vs. Ipswich after he impressed in training – report

New Manchester United head coach Ruben Amorim has reportedly named academy youngster Godwill Kukonki in his matchday squad vs. Ipswich Town. Amorim is set to officially take charge of his first game as United boss, since his appointment on November 1 as Erik ten Hag’s direct replacement. The Portuguese coach has impressed during his media obligations, displaying a blend of charm, charisma and personality that his predecessor somewhat lacked. He
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United on red alert as long-term target "wants to leave" PL club in January – report

Manchester United’s long-term striker target Evan Ferguson is looking to exit Brighton and Hove Albion in this January transfer window. The 20 year old Irish striker burst onto the scene in the 2022-2023 season, scoring ten goals in the Premier League as a teenager. His fine form caught the eye of numerous Premier League clubs including United, who he supported growing up in Drogheda. The Red Devils have had an
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3-4-3: Marcus Rashford to play as striker as the Amorim revolution begins – prediction

Ruben Amorim will pick his first Manchester United line-up on Sunday with the world waiting and watching to see how his revolution is going to start. He has stated definitively that he intends to stick with his favoured three at the back system. Whilst there had been speculation that United’s squad might lend itself to a different system, early reports from training had suggested that indeed, back threes are being
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Squeaky clean United coach receives good news after recent sanction

The Football Association (FA) have confirmed the reduction of Darren Fletcher’s touchline ban after a successful appeal. Fletcher was handed a three-match ban and a £7,500 fine for misconduct during Manchester United’s match against Brentford last month. United came from behind to beat Thomas Frank’s men 2-1. With proceedings goalless heading into the break, referee Samuel Barrott instructed Matthijs de Ligt to leave the pitch to receive further attention for