
Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim
Manchester United triumphed over Arsenal in a penalty shootout during the third round of the FA Cup, prompting Red Devils manager Ruben Amorim to commend the efforts of trainers Carlos Fernandes, Andreas Georgson, and Emanuel Ferro post-match.
Ruben Amorim has honoured three members of his coaching staff following Manchester United’s elimination of Arsenal from the FA Cup via penalties.
The match concluded 1-1 after extra time, with goals from Bruno Fernandes and Gabriel Magalhaes; nevertheless, Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard could have advanced the Gunners to the next round had he successfully scored a contentious penalty in the 72nd minute.
Altay Bayindir successfully saved his penalty and subsequently demonstrated his prowess in the shootout by thwarting Kai Havertz’s attempt. United executed flawlessly, converting all five of their penalties, with Joshua Zirkzee securing the decisive goal.
When queried about his concerns with Zirkzee’s performance following the jeering he received from his own fans just 13 days prior, when he was harshly substituted in the first half against Newcastle, Amorim emphasised that it was his coaches who selected the penalty takers.
“I was unconcerned, as I felt we would prevail; however, that aspect is not my responsibility,” Amorim added. “The set pieces are not my responsibility, and today we excelled in set pieces.”
Carlos Fernandes exhibited exceptional performance. Andreas Georgson had exceptional skill. Emanuel [Ferro] performed exceptionally well, and the selection of players to execute the penalty was appropriate. It is not my responsibility; it was theirs. They performed exceptionally well.
Amorim indicated that the outcome might be “significantly important” for both Zirkzee and Bayindir after a challenging few weeks for them. “Indeed, it is crucial, not solely for him, but for all the players,” he asserted.
Your existence as a player comprises cycles and moments, and occasionally, within a single week, your life might transform. Observing Altay’s performance against Tottenham, it was evident that many were quick to assign blame to him, a sentiment I comprehend.
“Today, he was also our hero.” Several weeks ago, Joshua encountered a minor issue with our supporters; nevertheless, today, each time he steps onto the pitch, the fans’ backing is palpable, culminating in his final penalty attempt.
“Life is such that one must remain humble and strive daily.” Your opportunity will arise. Consequently, it is of paramount importance to them. Not alone for them, but for his teammates.
United aims to sustain their momentum when they play Southampton, now at the bottom of the Premier League, on Thursday, prior to a match against Brighton over the weekend.