Manchester United's chief executive Omar Berrada says Ruben Amorim struggled as head coach due to his rigid adherence to tactical principles.

What happened?

Amorim was sacked in January after just 14 months, with Berrada citing a breakdown in relations behind the scenes.

Why it matters for Manchester United

Berrada praised Amorim for improving the dressing room culture, but believed his dogmatic approach to tactics, including his 3-4-3 system, ultimately led to his downfall.

Manchester United is currently 3rd in Premier League with 71 points, 14 points behind leaders Arsenal, and has a recent form of WWDWW, with their last result being a 3-0 win against Brighton on 2026-05-24.

What comes next?

The team is looking ahead to their next fixture against AC Milan on 2026-08-15, with new head coach Michael Carrick at the helm, who has brought a sense of calm to the dressing room and understands the club's heritage and DNA. Berrada also praised Carrick for his ability to communicate with the players and his understanding of the club's values. With 69 goals scored and 50 conceded this season, Manchester United is on a 4-game winning run, and will look to continue this form in their upcoming matches.