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Even United's all-time top scorer isn't safe - Amorim slams Rooney!
Reading Time: 2min | Mon. 03.03.25. | 11:43
Following the elimination from the FA Cup, the Portuguese gaffer used the opportunity to give a harsh response to Wayne Rooney's previous comments
The last Man United's chance to win a domestic trophy "went with the wind," as Fulham knocked the Red Devils out of the FA Cup on penalties. Following another disappointing performance and result, the club's icon Wayne Rooney couldn't stay mum, commenting on United's situation while working as a BBC pundit.
"I think it's a little naive to say they're looking to win the Premier League because from where they are now, they're a long way off that," said Rooney.
However, in the post-match press conference, Ruben Amorim did not hold back as he harshly responded to United's all-time top scorer's claims.
"Being naive is to think we are going to do it this season or be the best contender next season. So I know that at this moment everybody knows everything. I know that and it's really easy – I was a pundit when I finished my career. I know it's really easy," Amorim stated via The Guardian.
"I'm not naive, that's why I'm coaching Manchester United at 40 years old" 👀
— Sky Sports News (@SkySportsNews) March 2, 2025
Ruben Amorim responds to Wayne Rooney saying it's naive for him to say his goal is to win the Premier League 🏆 pic.twitter.com/YZ3GWkGcP6
The Portuguese then went on to clarify his claims, showing that he genuinely believed in the process at Old Trafford.
"Our goal is to win the Premier League. Maybe it is not with me. But our goal, as a club, the board, is to win the Premier League like we did in the past with all the great glories and legends of this club and we will want to do better and we are in a difficult moment. And I'm not naive, that's why I'm here, at 40 years old, coaching Manchester United," he concluded.
FA CUP - ROUND 5
Friday
Aston Villa - Cardiff 2-0 (0-0)
/Asensio 68, 80/
Saturday
Crystal Palace - Millwall 3-1 (2-1)
/Tanganga 33 og, Munoz 40, Nketiah 81 - Harding 45+13/
Preston - Burnley 3-0 (2-0)
/Brady 31, Osmajic 44, Keane 73/
Bournemouth - Wolverhampton 5-4 on pen (1-1)
/Evanilson 30 - Cunha 60/
Man.City - Plymouth 3-1 (1-1)
/O'Reilly 45+1, 76, De Bruyne 90 - Talovierov 38/
Sunday
Newcastle - Brighton 1-2 a.e.t. (1-1)
/Isak 22 pen - Minteh 44, Welbeck 114/
Man Utd. - Fulham 3-4 on pen (1-1)
/Fernandes 71 - Bassey 45+1/
Monday
22.30: (1.75) Nott.Forest (3.60) Ipswich (4.90)
***odds are subject to change***
