The sun was out, but the mood at Old Trafford was anything but bright. In a sluggish Man United vs West Ham clash, the Red Devils stumbled to yet another defeat—this time 0-2 at the hands of a West Ham side that looked sharper, hungrier, and far more organised. And now, with a European final just days away, United’s manager Ruben Amorim is openly questioning whether he even wants to be around next season.
A Wake-Up Call? Or Too Late?
United’s lacklustre showing left Amorim visibly frustrated—and not just at the result. This was supposed to be a warm-up for the Europa League final. Instead, it turned into a glaring reminder of everything that’s gone wrong.
“We don’t have that fear of losing anymore—and that’s dangerous,” Amorim said post-match. “If we start next season like this, I shouldn’t be here.”
Hard words. And when you consider that this was United’s 17th Premier League defeat of the season—13 under Amorim—it’s hard to argue.
Soucek and Bowen Seal It for West Ham
The Man United vs West Ham Premier League fixture saw West Ham finally break their winless streak thanks to a backheel from Tomas Soucek and a tidy finish by Jarrod Bowen.
- 26th minute: Kudus zipped one in from the left, Soucek flicked it on (with a little help from Harry Amass), and United were behind yet again.
- Late second half: United lost possession, Ugarte didn’t chase back, and Wan-Bissaka’s undercooked pass was punished. Bowen made no mistake—2-0.
Meanwhile, United’s response? Flat. Rasmus Højlund had chances but lacked bite. Bruno Fernandes blazed a few into the stands. And while Amad Diallo showed flashes of flair, it wasn’t enough to shake off the overall malaise.
What’s Gone Wrong at United?
It’s not just the losses—it’s the vibe. According to Amorim, the issue runs deeper than tactics or team selection.
“We need to change a lot. If we don’t, we shouldn’t be in the Champions League.”
That’s a bold claim, especially with United set to face Spurs in the Europa League final. Win that, and they could sneak into the Champions League. But should they? Amorim’s not convinced.
“We should just stay in the Premier League and learn how to be competitive one week at a time.”
Honestly, that’s a bit wild to hear from a United manager. But when your team drops to 17th on the live table after yet another error-ridden performance, maybe brutal honesty is what’s needed.
West Ham’s Bright Spot
Let’s not ignore the Hammers here. Graham Potter’s men finally looked like a team with a plan. Kudus was electric, Bowen clinical, and their defensive shape caused United real problems. For a side that hadn’t won in eight games, this was a confidence-boosting display—and a deserved three points.
“Very pleasing,” Potter said, with a calm satisfaction Amorim could only dream of.
Final Thoughts: What Next for Amorim and United?
With Chelsea up next and a European final looming, Amorim’s comments suggest this may not just be the end of a season—it could be the end of a short and rocky era.
If you’re a United fan, the Man United vs West Ham result was a gut-punch. But it’s the manager’s post-match honesty that really hits home. There’s no sugarcoating it: something’s broken at the club, and unless that changes fast, the problems will follow them into next season—whether Amorim is there or not.
