Another bright and cheerful Sunday afternoon dampened by Amorim’s lackluster Manchester United squad.
West Ham confidently beat the Red Devils on their home turf by two goals to nil, leapfrogging the latter in the table.
The goals came from a Soucek backheel in the first half, followed by a calm Jarrod Bowen finish, after returning red Aaron Wan Bissaka kept the ball alive to cut it back to give the Hammers a two goal cushion.
Although controlling the possession and number of chances in the second half, Manchester United could not break down West Ham’s resilient back line. Cross after cross, followed by clearance after clearance. Manchester United’s lack of creativity and drive was apparent once again, prompting the question – is this the same team as that in the European final?
The Premier League this season has been one to forget for the United faithful, with all eyes set on the 21st May – the Europa League final against fellow relegation candidate Tottenham Hotspur, who also lost at home two-nil to an inform Crystal Palace team.
As the table stands, the 6th English Champions League spot will go to the 16th or 17th worst team in the country this season – a frankly ridiculous statistic. But alas, the spot must go to one or the other.
Player Ratings:
Bayindir – 6
An average performance by United’s No.2, making 2 saves and conceding 2. However, for both goals, there was very little that he could in fact do.
Mazraoui – 6
A relatively comfortable game for Mazraoui, continuing to set the foundations for his position.
Yoro – 5
A slightly disappointing performance from the young central defender. After showing his class within Europe, he seems to struggle to replicate this within the domestic league.
Shaw – 5
Luke Shaw is still struggling to find his form back in the United starting line-up. However after so long out of the team, it is to be expected.
Amad – 7
Amad has that bit of spark that United have missed off of the right hand side. Creating the most chance in the match, Amad showed why he needs to play every single game.
Ugarte – 4
A very poor performance from Ugarte considering his recent form, with his weakness on the ball led to the second West Ham goal.
Fernandes – 6
Neither a good nor bad game from United’s captain. The Portuguese midfielder made a few chances, but none of which up to his usual standards.
Amass – 5
Although understandably young and inexperienced, Harry Amass does not need to be included within Manchester United’s starting 11. A fantastic rotation player, however he needs to find his footing and gain more experience and first team football elsewhere.
Mainoo – 5
Another game goes by not knowing where Kobbie Mainoo’s best position is. Whether it’s an attacking, box-to-box or holding midfielder, United are not getting the most out of this young talent if they continue to move him around.
Mount – 5
There is no arguing that Mount isn’t in the best form of his United career, but this game was not one of them.
Hojlund – 4
This rating may be a tad harsh for Rasmus, and it’s largely due to Areola’s incredible save, but the Dane should have really put the ball in the back of the net from six yards out.
Maguire – 7
Maguire had a few good opportunities after coming off the bench, nearly scoring one or two headers.
Lindelof – 4
In contrast to his other substitute centre-half, Lindelof showed why his time at United is coming to an end. A poorly executed pass nearly gifting West Ham a third goal.
Dorgu – 6
Dorgu is definitely growing into his game and securing his starting position. However, it must be said that the Dane’s left-footed dominance makes him much more effective on the left hand side.
Garnacho – 5
Not the most effective coming off of the bench, put a few good balls into the box but nothing more than that.
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