Arne Slot Got Ruben Amorim 'Criticism' Spot On as Man Utd Agrees with Liverpool Boss

Manchester United's Ruben Amorim has dismissed Arne Slot's pointed criticism of his team's tactics following United's historic 2-1 victory over Liverpool at Anfield, effectively agreeing with the Liverpool manager's assessment while brushing off its relevance[1][2][3].

The match, United's first win at Anfield since 2016, saw Bryan Mbeumo open the scoring before Cody Gakpo equalized for Liverpool. Harry Maguire's late header sealed the points for the Red Devils, who employed a low-block defense and long-ball strategy to counter Liverpool's high press—a tactic goalkeeper Senne Lammens credited for avoiding being smothered[1]. Slot, frustrated after Liverpool's fourth straight loss across competitions, labeled it "difficult to play against a team that defends in a low block and mainly plays the long ball," even questioning it despite United's "talented players." He doubled down post-Champions League win over Eintracht Frankfurt[1][2].

Ahead of United's clash with Brighton & Hove Albion, Amorim responded curtly: "I don't care what Slot is saying." He emphasized self-evaluation, admitting, "We should play better with the ball and we are going to try to do that in this game." Amorim praised his team's adaptability, noting it was their first back-to-back Premier League wins since his November arrival, potentially a turning point[2][3].

Brighton boss Fabian Hürzeler, aware of United's approach against high-pressing sides like his Seagulls, stressed preparing for long balls by targeting the press on the goalkeeper and center-backs[1]. Meanwhile, Slot's form slump has revealed edgier comments, including calling Newcastle a "smaller club" amid their poor run[1].

Amorim's three-word retort to Slot's "jibes" underscores his focus: results over rhetoric. As United build momentum, the exchange highlights tactical battles in the Premier League's intensifying rivalry[1][2][3].

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