Why we lost Europa League final — Man Utd boss Amorim opens up

Why we lost Europa League final — Man Utd boss Amorim opens up

Ifeanyi Ufomadu 08:15 - 22.05.2025

Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim has offered an explanation for his side's 1-0 defeat to Tottenham in the Europa League final.

This was supposed to be Manchester United's saving grace, the one game that could put a positive spin on the club's worst season in history.

Ultimately, Tottenham emerged victorious as Ruben Amorim was left contemplating his future.

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The Red Devils huffed and puffed, and after Spurs took the lead midway through the first half, they defended resolutely as Amorim's men tried and failed to come up with answers.

Speaking after the game, the United boss tried to find an explanation for his side's defeat on the biggest stage.

“I was always really honest with you guys,” Amorim told TNT Sports.“We did not perform well today but we were better than the opponent.

"In the second half, we tried everything with the centre defenders, players wide, crosses, going inside the box.

“I think today was not the day. We were not perfect, we have a lot to improve, but I am always honest with you guys.”

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The defeat means United will miss out on Champions League football next season and the massive revenue that comes with it, potentially creating problems in the transfer market.

The likes of Rasmus Hojlund and Mason Mount were once again ineffective and there's an urgent need to bring in added quality in the forward areas to avoid a repeat of this season.

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