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Manchester United’s Europa League campaign came to a disappointing close as they suffered a 1-0 defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in the final at San Mamés. The game’s only goal came in the 42nd minute when a cross from Pape Matar Sarr took a deflection off Luke Shaw and ended up in the net, with Brennan Johnson being credited. Despite creating chances, United couldn’t find an equalizer, allowing Spurs to claim their first major trophy since 2008.

After the loss, a controversial remark reportedly made by Manchester City manager Pep Guardiola gained attention online. As per unverified sources, Guardiola criticized Ruben Amorim, referring to him as a “baby coach” and saying he had warned him about a certain Spurs player—implying that Amorim ignored the advice, which may have played a role in United’s defeat. Though the authenticity of the quote is in question, it has sparked debate about Amorim’s decisions and coaching approach.

Since Amorim’s appointment in November, United’s season has been turbulent. They finished a poor 16th in the Premier League—their lowest in decades—amid a slew of injuries to crucial players like Kobbie Mainoo and Amad Diallo. Reaching the Europa League final stood out as one of the few positives in an otherwise troubled campaign.

Amorim’s steadfast commitment to his favored 3-4-3 setup, which brought him success at Sporting CP, has drawn sharp criticism. Detractors claim the formation doesn’t suit the current United squad and has limited their ability to generate consistent goal-scoring opportunities. Football analyst Stephen Warnock remarked that the rigid tactical approach made United too predictable and less threatening in the attacking third.

In his post-match comments, Amorim acknowledged the team is facing significant challenges, stressing the need for overall improvement. However, his words, though candid, were seen as lacking the clarity and determination supporters and analysts expected after such a pivotal match.

The loss has heightened scrutiny over Amorim’s future at the club. With high-profile names like Zinedine Zidane reportedly being considered, the pressure on the young manager is increasing. Speculation and criticism aside, his future now depends on whether he can adapt swiftly, receive strong support in the transfer market, and produce results when the next season kicks off. Until then, the “baby coach” label—justified or not—may continue to follow his stint at O

ld Trafford.