Manchester United’s painful 3-1 defeat to Brentford has sparked outrage among supporters, with frustration reaching boiling point after yet another poor performance.
What has made the loss even more dramatic is the fierce criticism delivered by club legend Patrick Evra, who didn’t hold back in his assessment of current manager Ruben Amorim.
Evra, a former United captain and one of the most outspoken figures connected to the club, directly placed the blame on Amorim’s tactical decisions and his refusal to act on warnings about a particular player who continues to underperform.
Speaking after the match, Evra bluntly stated: “Amorim is a baby coach after what he did today against Brentford. I warned him about this player, but he ignored me. Now you’ve all seen the outcome.” His words echoed the sentiments of many supporters who feel the Portuguese manager has failed to demonstrate the authority and experience needed at Old Trafford.
Fans were quick to respond online, with many echoing Evra’s frustration. One furious supporter commented: “Evra is absolutely right.
This coach is experimenting at our expense. That player has already cost us too much—he should never be starting again.” Another frustrated fan added: “Amorim is not ready for a club of this size. Ignoring someone like Evra, who understands what Manchester United stands for, shows he doesn’t get the job. The board is just repeating mistakes of the past.”
On the field, United were exposed time and again. Brentford cut through their defensive line with ease, while the midfield looked completely overwhelmed and unable to control possession.
Many fans had hoped that after recent setbacks, the team would show fight and determination. Instead, they were left with another display of weakness, lack of intensity, and disorganization that highlighted just how fragile United appear under Amorim’s leadership.
The result has intensified pressure on the young Portuguese coach, who was appointed with the promise of bringing discipline, structure, and a fresh identity to United.
But games like this only serve to increase doubts over whether he is capable of managing a club of this scale. If tensions with club icons like Evra continue to spill out into the open, and if results do not improve, questions about Amorim’s future will only grow louder.
At this point, Evra’s scathing remarks seem to reflect the mood of a fanbase running out of patience.
The humiliating defeat at Brentford has not only damaged United’s position in the league but also cast further shadows over Amorim’s ability to lead. For many, the message is clear: both the manager and the underperforming player he continues to back must shoulder the blame for this disaster.
