The loss was United's 15th in the Premier League this season, and it was a tough pill to swallow for the manager. Amorim plans to give more opportunities to his young players in the remaining league games, aiming for Champions League qualification through the Europa League.
United had earned a spot in the semi-finals of the Europa League with a thrilling 4-2 win over Lyon in extra time. Despite the setback, Amorim praised the performances of Amass and Fredricson, saying they "deserved a better memory" from their first games.
Amorim emphasized that his team played well and created chances, but ultimately, the opponent capitalized on one opportunity, leading to the loss. He acknowledged that the memories of their first games weren't the best, but he was proud of their effort.