United’s 2:1 over Chelsea and Amorim’s stance
Manchester United earned a 2:1 win against Chelsea at Old Trafford. Robert Sanchez was sent off early, giving United an initial advantage, yet Casemiro’s dismissal late in the first half forced a fight for the points. Ruben Amorim welcomed the result and said the team must build momentum. Asked about Jose Mourinho taking charge at Benfica, he kept the focus on United and the work ahead.
Rashford benched then delivers for Barcelona
Marcus Rashford completed a loan move to Barcelona with an option to buy and reminded United of his quality with a brace against Newcastle last week. He was then left out of the starting side for a 3:0 victory over Getafe after arriving late to training according to reports, with Raphinha, Jules Kounde and Inaki Pena having previously faced similar consequences under Hansi Flick. Introduced at half time for Raphinha, Rashford needed 17 minutes to supply an assist for Dani Olmo. Flick downplayed any disciplinary angle and said the squad must be managed with matches every three or four days.
Mainoo’s minutes and future debate
Kobbie Mainoo appeared briefly at the weekend, replacing captain and scorer Bruno Fernandes in the 87th minute. Former United defender Phil Jones questioned where Mainoo currently stands in the pecking order and suggested the England international could consider a move if opportunities do not grow. Meanwhile Amorim will seek to convert the Chelsea result into sustained form as fixtures continue to arrive quickly.
