Sun Dec 15 18:32:08 UTC 2024: ## Manchester United’s Amorim Eyes Derby Win Amidst City’s Slump
**Manchester, England** – Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim is looking to make his mark in his first Manchester derby this Sunday, despite a challenging start to his Premier League career. The Portuguese manager, who joined United from Sporting CP, will lead his team against a struggling Manchester City side at the Etihad Stadium.
Amorim’s optimism is tempered by United’s recent form. They’ve suffered defeats to Arsenal and Nottingham Forest, with their only Premier League victory a 4-0 win over Everton. However, he points to a strong first-half performance against Arsenal and back-to-back Champions League victories as signs of progress. “We are focused on improving day by day,” he stated. “We have players to do it, and we will try to win the game.”
Amorim’s focus is on instilling a winning culture at United, emphasizing the need to build momentum through consistent victories. He acknowledged the team’s need for improvement but stressed their determination to compete against City.
The derby presents a fascinating clash of styles, pitting Amorim against Pep Guardiola, whose Manchester City team are also experiencing a difficult period. City have only one win in their last ten matches, marking Guardiola’s toughest spell at the club. Amorim, who famously defeated Guardiola’s side 4-1 in his final match with Sporting, stated his respect for City but his complete focus remains on United’s performance and improvement. “My focus is just Manchester United. We just want to improve and to win games,” he concluded.
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