Manchester United Coach Vows to Help Struggling Marcus Rashford Regain Form
Manchester United coach Ruben Amorim has promised to support struggling striker Marcus Rashford in his quest to regain his top form, but emphasized that the 27-year-old must want it first.
Rashford’s goal inside two minutes during the 1-1 draw at Ipswich Town on Sunday, Amorim’s debut as United’s new manager, was only his second in the Premier League this season. He scored 30 goals across all competitions in the 2022-23 season.
"That position is not the best one for him, especially in a game like that, we have to kick with high pressure, we have to kick the ball so many times and it was like fighting with two giants," Amorim said. "We’ll try to find the right solution for him, as for the other players. But he has to be Marcus, first of all, to try to return to that moment and then he will have all the help of the staff, the club and the fans because he’s a Manchester United boy. But he has to be the first one to want it."
Lisandro Martinez and Harry Maguire to Feature in Europa League Match
Amorim also provided an update on the team’s injury situation, stating that defender Lisandro Martinez will be fit to feature in the Europa League match against Bodo/Glimt at Old Trafford tomorrow. Defender Harry Maguire, who picked up a muscle injury in United’s 0-0 draw with Aston Villa on October 6, has returned to training but is not yet ready to play.
"Lisandro is ready. I felt he had enough time so is ready. A different situation with Harry," Amorim said. "We need them both, but they are in a different situation. They are both training. Harry will be ready soon and on the pitch also."
Amorim’s Debut at Old Trafford
The 39-year-old coach is looking forward to the reception from the home crowd at Old Trafford. "Everyone has said to me it will be a special time. I just want to win the game. Just to give that happiness to the supporters," Amorim said. "Before the match it will be like a new sensation, but after the whistle it will be one more game and we want to win that match."
United’s Europa League Form
Manchester United are currently 15th in the Europa League table with one win in four games, while their Norwegian opponents, Bodo/Glimt, are 12th.
Conclusion
Manchester United’s new coach, Ruben Amorim, is committed to helping Marcus Rashford regain his form, but emphasizes that the striker must want to succeed. Amorim also provided an update on the team’s injury situation, stating that Lisandro Martinez and Harry Maguire will be fit to feature in the Europa League match against Bodo/Glimt.
FAQs
- What is Manchester United’s current position in the Europa League table?
Manchester United are currently 15th in the Europa League table with one win in four games. - Who will feature in the Europa League match against Bodo/Glimt?
Lisandro Martinez and Harry Maguire will be fit to feature in the match. - What is Marcus Rashford’s current form like?
Rashford has scored only two goals in the Premier League this season and is struggling to replicate his form from last season, when he scored 30 goals across all competitions. - What is Ruben Amorim’s message to Marcus Rashford?
Amorim emphasized that Rashford must want to succeed and that the club will support him, but he must be the first one to want it.