Amorim sacked by Manchester United; Fletcher named as interim manager
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Amorim sacked by Manchester United; Fletcher named as interim manager
"Manchester United have sacked Ruben Amorim as manager, bringing an end to his chaotic 14-month reign. Ruben Amorim has departed his role as head coach of Manchester United, the Premier League club said in a statement on Monday. Former United player and academy coach Darren Fletcher has been brought in on an interim basis and will take charge of the team for their next game against Burnley on Wednesday."
"With Manchester United sitting sixth in the Premier League, the club's leadership has reluctantly made the decision that it is the right time to make a change, the club's statement said. The club would like to thank Ruben for his contribution to the club and wishes him well for the future. After he was brought in from Sporting Club of Portugal amid fanfare in November 2024, Amorim led United to 24 wins during his 63 games in charge."
Ruben Amorim has departed as head coach of Manchester United after 14 months in charge. Darren Fletcher, a former United player and academy coach, has been appointed interim manager and will lead the team for the upcoming Premier League match against Burnley on Wednesday. Manchester United sit sixth in the league, and club leadership described the decision as necessary to give the team the best opportunity for the highest possible finish. The club expressed thanks to Amorim and wished him well. Amorim joined from Sporting Club of Portugal amid fanfare in November 2024, achieved 24 wins in 63 games and led the team to a UEFA Europa League final in Bilbao.
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