Manchester United beat city rivals Manchester City with a thrilling 2-1 comeback away from home in the hotly contested Manchester derby in the 16th round of the English Premier League. After the match, United boss Amorim spilled his guts to Sky Sports, not only commenting on the crucial win, but also revealing the team's blueprint for the future.
Facing the media, Amorim said confidently, "This win is as much a treasure for us as it is for our fans. We still have a long way to go, but this win proves our worth. We were competitive right up until the end of the game and although we didn't have total control, we showed admirable resilience. The increased speed and solidity of the defense allowed us to ultimately believe that the victory was ours. After the goal, the team's desire to win grew stronger."
Speaking about the team's growth in the face of adversity, Amorim cautioned, "This win is crucial, but we can't be complacent. We were 1-3 down at one point last week at home against Nottingham Forest and that loss is still fresh in my mind. This win gives us renewed confidence and determination to move forward."
Looking ahead to the next round, Amorim revealed the focus of attention: "Mason Mount is one to watch, he's a great player and fits our tactics perfectly. We have a lot of challenges ahead of us and we have to keep winning. Once we stop moving forward, things could take a sharp turn for the worse."
Amorim was full of praise for Amad Diallo, the key player in the turnaround, "Eric and Ruud have done a great job developing him and we will continue to do so. Every player has adapted to my tactical system and can find a place in the system if they are willing to fit in and have the talent."
Speaking about Rashford and Gancho, who failed to make their debuts, Amorim responded flatly: "Everything goes with the flow. It's a new week, a new opportunity. As long as they do well in training, they have a chance to earn a starting spot. We need their talent and believe they can stand out."
Finally, Amorim emphasized the team's standards and discipline, "It's not about discipline, we need to raise our standards on and off the field. Every player has to earn their chance to play through training, it's the normal course of the week."
