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Ruben Amorim

Portuguese coach who took over AC Milan in 2026 and was subsequently sacked as Manchester United manager.

2026-01-092026-10-06

What’s been said

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  1. September 2026
  2. The Namibian

    Milan coach Ruben Amorim said Juve didn't deserve to lose

    Source

    “"We didn't deserve to win, and Juve didn't deserve to lose," Milan coach Ruben Amorim told DAZN.”

    Gatti salvages Juve draw with AC Milan in Serie A
  3. August 2026
  4. The Namibian

    Ruben Amorim started last season in the Premier League with Manchester United

    Source

    “The Portuguese coach, who started last season in the Premier League with Manchester United, told his pre-match press conference.”

    In shadow of Premier League, Serie A flexes financial muscle
  5. The Namibian

    Ruben Amorim was sacked as Manchester United manager in January after 14 months

    Source

    “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 finale
  6. The Namibian

    Ruben Amorim was sacked in January by Manchester United

    Source

    “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 fortunes
  7. The Namibian

    Ruben Amorim vowed to honour the legacy of club legend Franco Baresi

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    “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 fortunes
  8. April 2026
  9. The Namibian

    Ruben Amorim was sacked

    Source

    “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 berth
  10. January 2026
  11. New Era

    Ruben Amorim was sacked as Manchester United manager

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    “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 – Fletcher
  12. New Era

    Ruben Amorim was sacked earlier this week

    Source

    “The former United midfielder was asked to step in following Ruben Amorim's sacking earlier this week.”

    Fletcher in charge of United against Brighton

Monday 7 September

  1. Gatti scores late equaliser as Juventus draws with AC Milan

    Federico Gatti scored an injury-time goal to earn Juventus a 1-1 draw against AC Milan in Serie A on Sunday, with both teams remaining unbeaten after starting the season with back-to-back wins.

    7 September 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 28 August

  1. Serie A asserts Europe's second financial rank ahead transfer deadline

    Italian Serie A clubs have spent more than one billion euros this summer, placing the league second among Europe's 'Big Five' leagues and significantly ahead of La Liga and the Bundesliga. English Premier League clubs have spent 3.2 billion euros, more than the other four leagues combined.

    28 August 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 15 August

  1. Manchester United loses 4-2 to AC Milan in preseason

    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 →

Tuesday 4 August

  1. Amorim takes over AC Milan, faces Inter in Perth derby

    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 →

Wednesday 20 May

  1. Arsenal wins Premier League title after 22-year wait

    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 →

Tuesday 28 April

  1. Man United beats Brentford to strengthen Champions League push

    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 →

Friday 20 February

  1. Arsenal faces Tottenham with Premier League title pressure mounting

    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 →

Sunday 8 February

  1. Arsenal extends Premier League lead to nine points

    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 →

Friday 23 January

  1. Arsenal-Man United Premier League clash weekend preview

    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 →

Tuesday 13 January

  1. Manchester United exits FA Cup after Brighton defeat

    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 →

Friday 9 January

  1. Darren Fletcher to manage Manchester United against Brighton

    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 →

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