Ruben Amorim admitted he wanted to spend less time in front of a microphone and more time on the training ground with his players after Manchester United were relegated. 1-1 draw against Ipswich Town.
by Marcus Rashford immediate opening set the pace at Portman Road on Sunday evening, with new Red Devils head coach Amorim poised to make an impression as he lined the touchline for the first time.
The English international’s attack ended up being the only magic united The fans were treated to a cold trip to Suffolk, with Omari Hutchinson canceling out Rashford’s efforts towards the end of the half.
Neither side could add more goals to their tally, while Amorim had his head in his hands after getting a taste of life in the Premier League.
talking with Sky Sports After the game, the Portuguese coach made his feelings clear about the number of media appearances he has made since arriving at Old Trafford.
“This week I have spoken more (to the media) than in four years at Sporting CP. I just want to work with my players. Nothing more.”
An club media interview already press conference ahead of Sunday’s clash they have kept Amorim busy in preparation for the weekend. However, he gave his opinion on the performance after his initial complaints.
“My players were thinking too much about the game. We had only two days in total, we need more. They leave us one-on-one and we have to take advantage of these moments. It was a tough game, we lost some balls without pressure.
“When you start like that, you have to control the ball. We can’t do that at the moment, but they (Man Utd players) have tried very, very hard. They are trying very hard and they want this.
“We have to tackle the new ideas now and try to be better for the next stage.”
Manchester United face Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt in the Europa League on Thursday before their next Premier League clash with Everton on Sunday.
