Manchester United fans are taking aim at former manager Ruben Amorim following a dominant 2-0 victory over Manchester City in Michael Carrick’s first game as interim boss.
The win, which propelled United to fourth in the Premier League table, has highlighted what many supporters believe was Amorim’s biggest tactical failure: the misuse of club captain Bruno Fernandes.
Amorim’s tenure ended with the worst win ratio of any permanent manager in the club’s history, winning just 24 of his 63 games in charge (31.9%).
While his rigid system often frustrated the Old Trafford faithful, it was his decision to deploy Fernandes in deeper roles that has caused the most post-departure backlash.
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Social media erupted following the derby win, with fans mocking the “strange” tactical decisions that defined the previous era.
One supporter noted on X: “Amorim used to play Bruno Fernandes at CDM,” while another labeled the former coach a “clown” for failing to utilize a traditional 4-2-3-1 formation.
The criticism stems from how quickly United looked like a “normal football team” again under Carrick, who immediately restored Fernandes to his preferred number 10 role.
This tactical shift paid off instantly, as Bruno became the first player ever to create 6+ chances and provide an assist in a single Premier League game against Pep Guardiola’s side.
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Under the new interim setup, Fernandes appeared liberated, playing closer to the opposition goal where he is most dangerous.
His masterclass against City also saw him become only the second player to create 5+ chances from open play against the reigning champions in the last year.
As United prepares for their upcoming fixtures, including the high-profile Barcelona clash in European competition, the focus remains on maintaining this tactical clarity.
For the fans, the message is clear: playing world-class talents in their natural positions is the key to erasing the “sins” of the Amorim era.
