Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has spoken out after his team’s starting XI was leaked 17 hours before their dramatic 2-1 win over Manchester City.
The incident continues a worrying trend for the Red Devils, with repeated line-up leaks raising concerns within the club.
Sunday’s Manchester derby at the Etihad started on a rough note for United, with City taking an early lead. Josko Gvardiol’s first-half goal put Pep Guardiola’s men ahead.
But Amorim’s team pulled off a stunning late comeback. Goals from Bruno Fernandes and Amad Diallo turned the game on its head, giving United a massive confidence boost after recent struggles.
Despite the impressive win, the recurring leaks overshadowed the triumph. Fans and pundits were shocked to see United’s starting XI surface on social media well before kickoff.
Reports suggested Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho would be dropped, and the predictions turned out to be true.
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Amorim on United’s line-up leak problem
After the match, Amorim addressed the issue in his post-match press conference.
Speaking to reporters, he said: “I know that story. I think it’s impossible to fix nowadays because you have a lot of people in the club.
“Players talk with agents or friends. It’s not a good thing, but let’s move on to the next one.”
The Portuguese manager’s comments highlight how challenging it is to control such leaks in modern football. With so many individuals involved, keeping team news under wraps has become nearly impossible.
Looking ahead, United face Tottenham in the Carabao Cup quarter-finals on Thursday. Amorim will hope to build on this victory, as the Red Devils try to revive their season and secure a spot in Europe.
