Ruben Amorim, the new Manchester United head coach, has already made history just weeks into his tenure.
With a 2-1 victory over Viktoria Plzen in the Europa League, Amorim joined legendary managers Sir Alex Ferguson and Sir Matt Busby in a rare achievement.
Like these two Red Devils icons, Amorim has now won his first two European matches as United’s boss.
This win was vital for United, who entered the game under pressure after back-to-back Premier League defeats to Arsenal and Nottingham Forest.
Amorim’s side showed resilience, overcoming an early mistake by goalkeeper Andre Onana to secure a comeback win. Rasmus Højlund, introduced as a substitute, scored both goals to give United a much-needed boost in their European campaign.
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Ruben Amorim on heated argument between two Man Utd stars
The victory wasn’t without drama. After the final whistle, a heated exchange took place between teammates Rasmus Højlund and Amad Diallo.
The argument reportedly stemmed from missed opportunities to assist each other in the final moments of the match.
However, Amorim welcomed the tension, describing it as “a healthy thing.”
In his post-match press conference, he explained, “When you care, you fight. It’s like a family.
It shows the players are passionate and willing to fight for success. I see it as a very good sign.”
Amorim’s remarks suggest a focus on fostering a competitive spirit within the squad. For him, such disagreements underline the players’ hunger to win and their commitment to improving as a team.
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Europa League progress and tough matches ahead for Manchester United
With this win, Manchester United climbed to seventh in the Europa League table, positioning themselves well for a spot in the round of 16. They are now set to face Rangers and FCSB in January to conclude the group stage.
Before that, though, Amorim’s squad faces critical domestic challenges. They take on a struggling Manchester City next in the Premier League, followed by a Carabao Cup clash with Tottenham Hotspur.
These fixtures will test whether Amorim can build on the momentum from his early European success.
