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Published 18:19 IST, November 11th 2024

Ruben Amorin Era Commences in Manchester United As Head Coach Assumes Charge of Historic Club

The new United management has brought in Ruben Amorim in an attempt to revive the club's legacy and restore the glory they once enjoyed under Sir Alex Ferguson.

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Sporting players throw head coach Ruben Amorim in the air at the end of the Champions League opening phase soccer match between Sporting CP and Manchester City at the Alvalade stadium in Lisbon | Image: AP Photo

Manchester United has turned to a 39-year-old Ruben Amorim who has brought trophies and an exciting style of football to Sporting Lisbon after more than ten years of on-field decline. But he takes over a club that has made a habit of wrecking even the biggest reputations. As the most recent coach to take on the task of reviving the legendary English club, Amorim ushers in a new era at Manchester United.

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Ruben Amorim Officially Takes Charge As New Head Coach Of Manchester United

The Ruben Amorim era is in full swing in Manchester United as he assumes the charge of the storied football club. In a bid to revive the club's legacy and bringing back the old glory they had under Sir Alex Ferguson, the new management has brought in Ruben Amorim, who becomes the latest coach to take up the challenge. 

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Sporting's head coach Ruben Amorim, center, applauds the fans at the end of the Portuguese league soccer match between SC Braga and Sporting CP at the Municipal stadium in Braga, Portugal | Image: AP Photo

“I’m not naive, I know that it’s going to be very different, very tough. But I feel that I’m ready. I’m at peace now, I can focus on my new job,” Amorim said after his final game with Sporting CP.

Former Portugal international Amorim took over as Lisbon's coach in 2020 and he was an instant hit. In 2021, the team finally won the Portuguese championship after a 19-year drought. After winning it once again in 2024, he was linked to positions at Manchester City , Liverpool, and FC Barcelona before being brought on board to take Erik ten Hag's place.

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United's efforts to bring in top-tier managers and splurge over $1 Billion on player signings hasn't worked out properly, as they have failed to get it right. Despite having some success under Erik ten Hag, United looked to be stuck in a puddle. The inclusion of Ruben is a huge attempt in revitalizing the team. 

Amorim is United's sixth permanent coach since legendary manager Alex Ferguson retired in 2013 after winning his 13th Premier League title. Ferguson won 28 major titles, including two Champions Leagues, and his legacy has overshadowed all of his successors.

[With AP Inputs]

Updated 19:31 IST, November 11th 2024