Ruben Amorim — former Manchester United manager, sacked before interim boss Darren Fletcher took over.
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The Namibian
Ruben Amorim was sacked as Manchester United manager in January after 14 months
“Portuguese boss Amorim was sacked as United manager in January after 14 months in charge, with Carrick, now in charge full-time, leading the club to a creditable third-place finish in the Premier League after initially being brought in on a caretaker basis.”
Man Utd beaten by former boss Amorim’s AC Milan in friendly finaleThe Namibian
Ruben Amorim was sacked in January by Manchester United
“Portuguese Amorim has returned to coaching after being sacked in January by Manchester United and faces a Milan derby against bitter rivals Inter in the Western Australia city of Perth on Wednesday.”
Amorim evokes spirit of Baresi as he bids revive AC Milan fortunesThe Namibian
Ruben Amorim vowed to honour the legacy of club legend Franco Baresi
“New AC Milan coach Ruben Amorim vowed on Tuesday to honour the legacy of club legend Franco Baresi, who died last week, as he sets about reviving the fortunes of the ailing Italian giants.”
Amorim evokes spirit of Baresi as he bids revive AC Milan fortunesThe Namibian
Ruben Amorim was sacked
“Interim boss Carrick, who replaced the sacked Ruben Amorim in January, is still waiting to discover if he will land the United job on a permanent basis.”
Man Utd beat Brentford to close on Champions League berthNew Era
Ruben Amorim was sacked as Manchester United manager
“Former United midfielder Fletcher stepped up from his role as the club's U/18s coach to take charge of the first team after the sacking of Ruben Amorim last week.”
United knocked out of FA Cup … fragile team must dig deeper – FletcherNew Era
Ruben Amorim was sacked earlier this week
“The former United midfielder was asked to step in following Ruben Amorim's sacking earlier this week.”
Fletcher in charge of United against BrightonManchester United's pre-season campaign ended with a 4-2 defeat to Ruben Amorim's AC Milan in Wroclaw on Saturday. United led twice but conceded three goals from close range before Ruben Loftus-Cheek added a fourth.
15 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester United's pre-season campaign ended with a 4-2 defeat to Ruben Amorim's AC Milan in Wroclaw on Saturday. United led twice but conceded three goals from close range before Ruben Loftus-Cheek added a fourth.
15 August 2026 · The Namibian →
New AC Milan coach Ruben Amorim has vowed to honour club legend Franco Baresi, who died last week, as he begins his tenure with a Milan derby against Inter in Perth on Wednesday. The Portuguese coach aims for a top-four Serie A finish after AC Milan missed the Champions League last season, and will have veteran midfielder Luka Modric available after his contract extension.
4 August 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal were crowned Premier League champions on Tuesday after Manchester City were held 1-1 by Bournemouth, ending a 22-year drought. Mikel Arteta's side held off City's challenge to seal the title with one game to spare, with goalkeeper David Raya's performances and set-piece dominance identified as key factors in their success.
20 May 2026 · The Namibian →
Manchester United defeated Brentford 2-1 on Monday to move within two points of securing Champions League qualification, with goals from Casemiro and Benjamin Sesko. The win extended United's lead over sixth place to 11 points, with interim boss Michael Carrick's side needing just two points from their last four matches to ensure their return to Europe's elite competition.
28 April 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal travel to Tottenham for the north London derby seeking to halt a slump that has seen them drop points in their last two matches, while Manchester City prepares to pile pressure on the leaders with a win against Newcastle. Bukayo Saka has pledged Arsenal will eventually "get over the line" after successive draws left them five points clear but vulnerable to City's challenge.
20 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal defeated Sunderland 3-0 with Viktor Gyokeres scoring twice to move nine points clear at the top of the Premier League. Manchester United defeated Tottenham 2-0, with Tottenham's Cristian Romero receiving a red card early in the match, leaving Tottenham in 14th place and intensifying calls for manager Thomas Frank's dismissal.
8 February 2026 · The Namibian →
Arsenal hunt a fifth consecutive home win against Manchester United this weekend as they aim to maintain their title lead over faltering rivals Manchester City and Aston Villa, who have failed to capitalize on the Gunners' recent 0-0 draws. Manchester City have not won in the Premier League since 2025 and suffered an embarrassing 3-1 Champions League defeat to Bodo/Glimt, while Tottenham manager Thomas Frank faces potential exit if they fail to beat relegation-zone Burnley.
23 January 2026 · The Namibian →
Interim manager Darren Fletcher said Sunday's 2-1 FA Cup third-round loss to Brighton exposed the fragile nature of Manchester United's squad. Fletcher called on the experienced players to dig deep, battle and rebuild confidence as United pursue a Champions League qualification spot in the Premier League.
13 January 2026 · New Era →
Interim boss Darren Fletcher confirmed he will lead Manchester United in their FA Cup match against Brighton on Sunday, following a 2-2 draw with Burnley in his first match after Ruben Amorim's sacking. Fletcher expressed satisfaction with his team's attacking display despite the draw, noting they created 30 shots but failed to convert enough chances.
9 January 2026 · New Era →