Ruben Amorim shocks: "Sometimes I hate the players and want to resign"

Coach Ruben Amorim made shocking remarks during the press conference before the Premier League Round 3 match against Burnley.

Manchester United started the 2025/26 Premier League season with difficulties, failing to win in the first two rounds and recently being eliminated from the Carabao Cup by Grimsby Town, a League Two team, after a penalty shootout. This result has put immense pressure on coach Ruben Amorim, who has been in charge for less than a season.

Speaking to the media, Amorim could not hide his frustration: "Sometimes I hate my players, sometimes I love them. Sometimes I want to protect them, but other times I don't want to see them. That’s how I work. After the loss to Grimsby, I was very angry and disappointed, so I blurted out those words."

The 40-year-old strategist also admitted he needs to manage his emotions better in front of the media but insisted he will not change his style: "Many people advise me to be calmer and more composed, but I am not that kind of coach. I will always be honest with my feelings."

Amorim revealed that there were moments when he wanted to leave Manchester United, especially after the defeat to Grimsby, but now he is determined to continue his work: "Sometimes I want to quit, sometimes I want to stay here for 20 years. These are mixed emotions. After the recent loss, I considered resigning, but not anymore. We have to get up and prepare for the next match."

Despite these emotional statements, according to various sources, Manchester United’s management still supports Ruben Amorim and has not considered replacing the coach. However, his future heavily depends on the result of the upcoming match against Burnley this weekend.

The clash with Burnley at Old Trafford is seen as a crucial turning point. A victory could ease the pressure on Manchester United, help Amorim stabilize the dressing room, and regain fans’ trust. But if they slip up again, the coach’s position at Old Trafford is likely to become very unstable.

In this context, key players like Bruno Fernandes, Matheus Cunha, and Harry Maguire will play a decisive role in the effort to help the team overcome the crisis. Red Devils fans will certainly watch the Burnley match closely, as the outcome could determine Ruben Amorim’s future at Manchester United.