This is the particular player who orchestrated Erik ten Hag sacking and now Amorim is risking his job by starting…If he keep starting him, he’ll be sacked soon”: Jose Mourinho has advised Ruben Amorim to stop playing ONE particular Man United’s player or get sacked by January. If you think Erik ten Hag was bad, wait until you see what happens if Amorim keeps starting THIS guy! Amorim is risking it all for a player who doesn’t even care about the badge!

Roy Keane provided a blunt critique of Manchester United’s 1-1 draw with Ipswich Town, criticizing the team for failing to sustain their early momentum and adopting an overly defensive approach after gaining an early lead. Speaking on Sky Sports, Keane expressed his frustration with United’s passive reaction, emphasizing their inability to build on a promising start under new manager Rúben Amorim.
United opened strongly at Portman Road, with Marcus Rashford scoring within two minutes after receiving a precise cross from Amad Diallo. This goal seemed to mark an ideal start for Amorim’s tenure as manager. However, Ipswich quickly grew into the game, pushing United onto the defensive. Andre Onana’s impressive save from Liam Delap temporarily preserved United’s advantage, but Ipswich eventually leveled the score when Omari Hutchinson’s deflected strike found the net just before halftime.
Keane acknowledged United’s bright start but didn’t hold back on his criticism of their subsequent performance. “It was a brilliant start—exactly what you want from proactive, attacking wing-backs,” he said. However, he questioned Rashford’s finishing and the goalkeeper’s positioning during the goal. Despite this strong opening, Keane’s tone shifted as he dissected the team’s inability to maintain control. “After that, they did very little. Ipswich deserved their equalizer. United had the perfect start, but then they just sat back. Instead of pressing forward, they gave Ipswich all the encouragement they needed to come back into the game.”
Keane also pointed out a broader issue in Manchester United’s recent performances. “There’s nothing intimidating about playing against United these days,” he remarked. “They allow opponents to grow in confidence, just like Ipswich did today.”
His sharp critique reflects growing concerns about United’s inability to sustain pressure and dominate matches. While Amorim’s appointment has sparked some optimism, the early signs suggest the new manager faces a steep challenge in addressing these recurring issues. Amorim will need to instill a sense of urgency and consistency in the team, ensuring they can not only take an early lead but also maintain and build on it.
For Keane, this match highlights a recurring flaw in United’s approach: their tendency to lose focus after strong starts. Unless Amorim can foster a more relentless mindset within his squad, these struggles are likely to persist, leaving fans and analysts questioning the team’s capacity to compete at the t
op level.