Wasteful Red Devils Slump to 13th as Forest’s Elanga Haunts Former Club
Ruben Amorim delivered a stark reality check after Manchester United’s dismal 1-0 loss at Nottingham Forest, admitting he’s racing against the clock to fix the club’s deepening crisis.
“At Manchester United, you don’t get time,” Amorim said post-match, his frustration palpable. “We have to fix things immediately. The pressure here? Enormous. We gifted Forest exactly what they wanted—an early lead to defend—and despite controlling the game, we lacked that final punch.”
United’s attack misfired yet again, mustering 24 shots but testing Forest keeper Matz Sels only sporadically. Alejandro Garnacho embodied their struggles, firing six attempts without success, though Amorim refused to single out the 19-year-old: “He’s giving everything—tracking back, taking risks. Yes, his decision-making needs work, but you can’t blame one player when the whole team isn’t clinical.”
The defeat amplifies scrutiny on Amorim’s early tenure, with United’s hierarchy expecting rapid improvement. Meanwhile, Forest’s jubilant fans celebrated a win that underscores their remarkable rise under Nuno Espírito Santo, with Elanga’s revenge goal capping a disciplined defensive display.
“We’re stuck in a cycle of ‘almost,’” admitted Amorim, “but ‘almost’ doesn’t win games. The solutions have to come now.” With a daunting Europa League clash and critical league fixtures looming, United’s new boss knows the clock is ticking—loudly.
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