Manchester United slumped to a humiliating 3-0 home defeat against Bournemouth on Sunday, with manager Ruben Amorim delivering a stark assessment of his team’s performance.
The comprehensive loss at Old Trafford marked United’s fourth defeat in six games under their new head coach.
The Red Devils, who were seeking consecutive league wins following their victory over Manchester City last week, instead found themselves thoroughly outplayed by an impressive Bournemouth side.
Dean Huijsen opened the scoring in the 28th minute, glancing a header beyond Andre Onana from Ryan Christie’s free-kick delivery.
Ruben Amorim was furious with his players after United’s defeart
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Justin Kluivert doubled Bournemouth’s advantage from the penalty spot after being fouled by Noussair Mazraoui in the box.
Antoine Semenyo added a third just minutes later, sweeping home from close range after being set up by Dango Ouattara.
United attempted to rally late on, with Alejandro Garnacho and Rasmus Hojlund both forcing saves from Kepa Arrizabalaga, but it proved too little too late.
The final whistle was met with boos around Old Trafford.
In a candid post-match interview, Amorim acknowledged his team’s psychological struggles during the match.
“We were a bit nervous, I felt it in the stadium,” the United manager told Sky Sports.
He pointed to the team’s vulnerability at set-pieces as a particular concern, noting how the match became increasingly difficult after conceding.
“If we manage to score the first goal then the game should be different. We want to score but we are too nervous. We have to fight this,” Amorim admitted.
The manager expressed particular concern about his team’s inability to maintain control after conceding the penalty.
Looking ahead, Amorim warned supporters to brace for more difficult times at Old Trafford.
Bournemouth were excellent against United
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“We have to suffer again but we will try to win. We will do it until the end,” the United manager stated.
He emphasised the importance of maintaining focus despite the challenging atmosphere at the stadium.
“We have to focus on the job and not what you feel in the stadium. It’s the only way I know how to focus my players,” Amorim explained.
The manager acknowledged the team’s ongoing struggle to build momentum, adding: “It’s hard to push for two, three wins and we are trying.”