Premier League legend slams Ruben Amorim for 'nonsense' media comments amid Man Utd's struggles

Premier League legend has slammed Ruben Amorim for 'nonsense' media comments amid Man Utd's struggles.

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Premier League legend slams Ruben Amorim for 'nonsense' media comments amid Man Utd's struggles originally appeared on The Sporting News. Add The Sporting News as a Preferred Source by clicking here.

legend Emmanuel Petit has slammed head coach Ruben Amorim for his comments against the media's criticism of him and his squad's persistent struggles.

Man United have made another underwhelming start in the ongoing campaign, currently ranking 10th in the top flight with 10 points in seven matches.

The Red Devils have won only three out of their eight games across competitions so far. With no European football this season, Man United were also eliminated from the second round of the Carabao Cup after losing to EFL League Two club Grimsby Town in August.

Man United's underwhelming form has brought in much criticism, including questions about Amorim's tactics and his 3-4-3 formation. The Portuguese manager, however, has been publicly defending his system while implying that the media's critical remarks adversely impact his players.  

"It's not the system. It's the small details, the way we play the game. And I understand what people think, what would be this team in a different system? I don't know. Maybe this team would win more games. But if we don't change certain things, we are not going to win titles if we change for 4-3-3 or 4-4-2, and that is my point with the players," as per GOAL.

"Not with you, I don't want to change your mind, but my players, I guarantee you, they are listening to you, all that opinions, and they are putting that inside because we are not winning games. And they have to believe in me because I watch more games of Manchester than you guys combined."

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Now, Petit has expressed his disapproval of Amorim's response to media's criticism, mentioning that the former Sporting CP manager 'is talking absolute nonsense.'

What did Emmanuel Petit say about Man United boss Ruben Amorim?

Former Arsenal and Chelsea star Petit shared his own experience with criticism from the media, while candidly stating that Amorim needs to deal with it better, and told Boyle Sports,

"That's the first time I've heard a manager use that as an excuse for the failure of his players. Don't be ridiculous. Ruben Amorim is talking absolute nonsense. Your players know what you're saying is absolute nonsense too. How can you say that when you manage for Manchester United? If you are not able to deal with critics when you manage or play for big clubs and are receiving so much money, then change clubs. Don't work with top clubs."

"I read that and thought, 'Did he seriously say that?' I've been a player for top clubs with huge expectations. When I was on the pitch, I never tried to find excuses. You just take your own responsibility, be a man. I know I've been very upset with critics, some of what they said was unfair most of the time, but you have to deal with it."

"The beauty of football is that you have your own destiny in your hands, which means you can be on the floor after one game and then be the hero of the next. You can change that situation. You have the power to change it, so just do it."

Petit also shared some advice for Amorim and his squad amid their struggles and added,

"Stop focusing on what people are saying in videos from players on social media. Every single player and the manager, all together, should try to change the situation, the environment. There are so many people at Manchester United who are missing the character and personality to change it."

"Honestly, guys, if you can't do that, just be honest with yourself in the mirror. Say, 'I'm not able to do that because I'm scared.' This is it. So be honest and change."

It remains to be seen if Amorim & Co. can turn things around in their upcoming Premier League match against on October 19 at Anfield.

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