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      ‘Poor decision after poor decision’ – Ryan Giggs SLAMS 10 years of mismanagement at Man Utd and says ‘give Amorim time’

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      RYAN GIGGS has accused Manchester United chiefs of making “poor decision after poor decision” for TEN years.Club legend Giggs is urging the Old Trafford board to back new boss Ruben Amorim’s bid to restore the glory days.Ruben Amorim is the right boss for Man Utd, according to GiggsCredit: RexRyan Giggs revealed he ‘really likes’ Amorim as a managerCredit: AlamyAnd the former Wales star, 51, wants part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe to give the Portuguese coach plenty of time.Giggs, who won 25 major honours at United, said: “Like any business, recruitment needs to be right and hasn’t been for the last ten years.“We’ve just made poor decision after poor decision.“Now it’s whether Ruben gets the players he needs, the support he needs — the time.”Amorim, 40, has endured a tricky first three months in charge, with his record at Old Trafford a particular worry for fans.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBut club legend Giggs says the club hierarchy have to back Amorim with new signings for at least the next three or four transfer windows.And while he accepts his old team are currently a long way behind their rivals, he does not feel they are a lost cause.The former United No 2 said: “We’re in a bad place at the moment but, first of all, I have to say I actually really like the manager.“Given a chance and given time, Amorim will bring success back.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUS“If we get the right players in and the manager gets time, we will be OK. But at the moment, we are miles off it. We’re nowhere near — a long, long way behind — but it can soon turn around.”New part-owner Sir Jim Ratcliffe has already shown a ruthless edge since buying into the club in December 2023.Fans spot Sir Alex Ferguson YAWNING as he watches woeful Man Utd – but get distracted by who he’s sitting next toIn a cost-cutting drive, he made staff redundant across various departments. Even club legend Sir Alex Ferguson lost his contract as an ambassador.And funds are still tight as United try to comply with strict Profit and Sustainability Rules.But Giggs has urged the board to find a way to back their head coach, saying: “We’ve tried giving managers a little bit of time but now he needs a bit longer — three or four transfer windows, I think.“It’s whether he gets the players he needs, the support he needs, the time.”Giggs spent his entire professional career at United — including a spell as player-manager — so few know the club as well as him.And the former Wales manager — who is a co-owner of League Two Salford City — revealed he understands why Amorim said after the defeat by Brighton last month that this could be the worst Red Devils team ever.He said: “I get a feeling he knows the history and he’s frustrated. And I get that. That’s why I like him.“He’s frustrated and that’s why he was so honest a couple of weeks ago, because he wants to be a winner.”United have lost seven of their first 13 home Premier League matches this season — the joint worst start to a campaign in their entire history.United recruited Patrick Dorgu and Ayden Heaven in the transfer windowCredit: PAWorryingly, they have also lost five of the last six in the league, which has left even the most faithful fans disillusioned.Back when Giggs was playing, the thought of visiting Manchester United used to frighten the life out of rival teams.He said: “You have to show some guts when things aren’t going well at Old Trafford.“When people used to play here, they would say the pitch seemed massive.“They said they felt that they couldn’t get near any of us.“But at the moment it looks like it’s the reverse — it looks like it’s too big for our own players.“And it’s horrible to see but we need to somehow turn that around where we’ve got that fear factor again.“I say that because at the moment, any team that comes here to play, they all look confident from the beginning.United have always had the best teams, the best facilities, always forward-thinking, so we should have the best stadium.“First and foremost, you need to get Old Trafford back to being a fortress.“We need to make sure that we don’t let teams come and play — and we make it a horrible place to come again.”The Welshman — who also captained the Great Britain team at the 2012 London Olympics — was speaking this week at a Q&A with Nobby Stiles’ son John at An Evening with Ryan Giggs at the BAWA in Bristol.United are now leaning towards turning their backs on their spiritual home and all its history by building a new purpose-built stadium nearby.The club’s record appearance-maker would rather they stayed — but understands why they are ready to move.Giggs explained: “If it would be possible, a refurbishment would be the best scenario if they would safeguard it for the next 30 or 40 years.READ MORE SUN STORIES“But it looks like a decision has already been made and it’s going to be a brand new stadium.“United have always had the best teams, the best facilities, always forward-thinking, so we should have the best stadium.” More

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      Paul Scholes delivers brutal eight-word verdict on Ruben Amorim’s tactics after Man Utd’s last-gasp win over Leicester

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      MANCHESTER UNITED legend Paul Scholes has appeared to call out Ruben Amorim for playing new signing Patrick Dorgu out of position.The 20-year-old full-back made his Red Devils debut in the FA Cup comeback win over Leicester on Friday night. Paul Scholes has appeared to hit out at Ruben Amorim’s team selectionCredit: APThe Portuguese boss gave Patrick Dorgu a debut against Leicester on Friday nightCredit: GettyDorgu, 20, was employed as an inverted full-back on the right side, rather than his natural leftCredit: GettyUnited left it late to snatch a dramatic 2-1 victory under the lights at Old Trafford.Harry Maguire was the unlikely hero, netting late on to send the Red Devils into the fifth round.Dorgu, a £25million capture, began the night in an unfamiliar role on the right side of defence.The ex-Lecce star normally operates on the left but slotted dutifully into Amorim’s preferred 3-4-3 system. READ MORE ON MAN UTDDorgu was subbed off at half-time following a tepid first half, with United trailing thanks to a goal from Bobby De Cordova-Reid.Following the game, an unimpressed Scholes wrote on Instagram: “Inverted wing-backs… you saw it at [Old Trafford] first.”Scholes’ former teammate Roy Keane was on punditry duty for ITV during the match.And he was similarly baffled by Amorim playing the youngster out of his natural position.Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSKeane said: “They’ve brought new players in, you’re thinking he’s [Dorgu] going to play in his position and he’s playing right wing-back.”You think, is that unfair on players? And you look at the urgency for the goal [Leicester opener], it’s given away cheaply, people not staying with their runners. Luke Littler and AngryGinge lose their heads on live stream after predicting Harry Maguire would score Man Utd winner”I just look at it from United’s point of view and think, my goodness, is this what it’s come to?”Amorim defended his decision following United’s dramatic comeback. Asked directly about Dorgu playing on the right, he said: “He played a lot of times in Lecce on the right.”That is one of the characteristics that we pay attention to a lot, to have a player like him.”He was a little bit anxious in the first touch with the ball. “It’s a different league for him, a different speed of the game, but he did well. READ MORE SUN STORIES”He has space, he has strength, and he’s going to improve a lot. “And we, as a team, we need to play better to help these new guys to perform at the right level.” More

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      Man Utd rejected two loan offers from clubs in Italy for struggling striker in closing days of transfer window

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      MANCHESTER UNITED knocked back a couple of cheeky loan bids from Italy to land Rasmus Hojlund in the closing days of the transfer window.AC Milan made a tentative inquiry for the Danish striker, before they switched their sights to Chelsea’s Joao Felix after getting a firm no-go.Man Utd rejected several loan bids from Italian clubs for Rasmus HojlundCredit: GettyAnd former club Atalanta – who sold him to United 18 months ago – got the same answer when they asked about taking him back for the rest of the season.Hojlund, 22, has struggled to make an impact since his £64 million move, and has not scored a goal this calendar year.But with strikers in short supply at Old Trafford, United never entertained the idea of letting him leave.And sources insist Ruben Amorim still has faith that he will come good.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLUnited did let two other forwards go during the January window though.Flop winger Antony was packed off on loan to Real Betis.While £325,000-a-week misfit Marcus Rashford joined Aston Villa for the remainder of the season.United opted against signing a replacement for either man, with target Mathys Tel ending up at Tottenham on deadline day.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSThe Red Devils did manage to make one senior signing for Amorim.A cool £30million was dropped on Lecce left-back Patrick Dorgu – who ended up making his debut on the RIGHT during yesterday’s controversial FA Cup win against Leicester.Fans spot Sir Alex Ferguson YAWNING as he watches woeful Man Utd – but get distracted by who he’s sitting next toHis arrival eventually saw Tyrell Malacia complete a return to Holland with PSV Eindhoven.And United are now fully focused on drawing up targets for this summer’s transfer window. More

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      Man Utd flop Antony SCORES in second game for Real Betis after making MOTM on his debut of loan spell in Spain

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      ANTONY has continued his Real Betis purple patch by netting a first LaLiga goal. The Manchester United flop is on loan at the Spanish club until the end of the season.Antony has netted his first goal for Real BetisCredit: GettyThe on-loan Man Utd winger curled in against Celta Vigo after just ten minutesCredit: GettyAntony was shown the exit door at Old Trafford following a dismal spell with the Red Devils.Signed for £82million in September 2022, the Brazilian racked up more yellow cards than goals for the club.But he’s impressed since landing in Betis on a short-term loan until June. Following a man-of-the-match performance against Athletic Bilbao, Antony has finally found his shooting boots.READ MORE ON FOOTBALLThe 24-year-old needed just 10 minutes to find a way past Celta Vigo on Saturday afternoon. Antony received a loose ball in the box, opening up his body and bending a smart finish past Vicente Guaita. It was Antony’s first goal in any competitive game since a strike against Barnsley in the Carabao Cup back in September. On that occasion, the tricky winger fired home in a 7-0 rout of the League One side. Most read in FootballBEST FREE BET SIGN UP OFFERS FOR UK BOOKMAKERSAntony’s future at Old Trafford remains uncertain as boss Ruben Amorim plots a huge summer overhaul. Almost EVERY player in the Red Devils squad will reportedly be available for transfer. Antony leaves Man Utd with more yellow cards than goals as £86m Ten Hag flop goes down as one of worst transfers everBetis are covering 84 per cent of Antony’s sizeable £200,000-a-week wages during his loan stay.But there is no option to buy clause built into the deal.Betis extended their lead in Saturday’s contest through former Leeds United defender Diego Llorente.They were however pegged back in the second half, with Celta scoring three times to stun the visitors.Antony was subbed on 72 minutes, but received the Player of the Match for a second game running. More

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      ‘Not good enough’ Harry Maguire reveals Man Utd stars have ‘lost confidence’ when playing at home at Old Trafford

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      HARRY Maguire reckons Old Trafford is once again a stadium that strikes fear into players – just not the right ones.And the no-nonsense centre back has urged his Manchester United pals to shrug off their home sickness if they want to rescue a dismal season.Harry Maguire admitted that he and his team-mates have little confidence at Old TraffordOn Friday, Maguire ticked one off his personal bucket list with a last-gasp headed winner in front of the Stretford End to save their FA Cup skins.Yet United stumbled, rather than sparkled, to a 2-1 fourth round triumph over lowly Leicester, after trailing the relegation scrappers for much of the game.Maguire – like everyone bar the officials – also knew he was one of FOUR men in an offside position when he scored, and the goal would have been ruled out had VAR been in operation.And as a realist, he wasn’t about to get carried away by a place in the last 16…more concerned at getting his team-mates back on track in front of their own fans.READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe stadium which once struck fear into opponents throughout Europe in the glory years, now only causes those in United shirts to tremble.They have won just five of 13 Premier League games at Old Trafford – and Maguire knows the rot must stop to get anything from the season.He warned: “We can’t be starting games like that at Old Trafford. The run of results here has been so poor I think the boys have lost a little confidence of playing in front of the crowd.“It’s something we need to address because if we want to be a successful team we’ve got to make it hard for teams to come here and play – and the first half wasn’t good.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“We’ve got to stop conceding that first goal. If you’re not playing free-flowing football and the performances aren’t great, you’ve just got to keep yourself at 0-0 for as long as you can.“We have talent in the team to change the momentum. But at the moment, whenever we come under a tiny bit of pressure we concede a goal and that’s not good enough.”Luke Littler and AngryGinge lose their heads on live stream after predicting Harry Maguire would score Man Utd winnerMaguire’s winner came was allowed to stand despite being at least a yard beyond the Leicester backline – yet at least it finally saw him realise a personal dream.He admitted: “Yes, it was a nice moment for myself because in six years at the club, I haven’t managed a last-minute winner at the Stretford End.“I’ve scored at the Stretford End but not in the last minute, so it’s something I’ll never forget. It’s an amazing feeling.“I can remember eight years ago I scored at the King Power for Leicester against Man United in the last minute, so it’s roles reversed now. I’m happy to be on the end of it.”Maguire scored the winner but Alejandro Garnacho’s second half cameo inspired the turnaroundCredit: AFPUnited’s comeback was inspired when Alejandro Garnacho came off the bench for the second half, teeing up Joshua Zirkzee’s equaliser before the dramatic finish.Maguire hailed the young Argentine winger’s impact and reckons it has to be a benchmark for the others to follow.He added: “It was a great mentality from him tonight because I’m sure he was frustrated not to start and wants to play every game.“But when he does come off the bench he always has a huge impact on the team. He did it in the Europa League last midweek with Amad, and changed the game there.“Now he’s come on and changed the game again…he had a huge impact. I’m sure he doesn’t want to be called an impact player and he wants to be playing from the start.“But credit to him, he was mentally right, mentally focused and came in with a great attitude. He definitely helped us to win the game.”United equalled a humiliating 132-year record with the defeat to Crystal Palace last Sunday.The result was the club’s SEVENTH Premier League home defeat of the season – from just 13 matches.READ MORE SUN STORIESThat is their joint-worst record at this stage of the season in their entire history.In 1893-94, when still called Newton Heath, they went on to lose eight of their 15 home league games.Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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      Harry Kane breaks silence on his transfer release clause from Bayern Munich which could see him return to Premier League

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      HARRY KANE refused to deny he has a release clause in his Bayern Munich deal that could signal a sensational Premier League return.The England captain joined the Bundesliga giants from Tottenham in August 2023 for £104million.Harry Kane reportedly has a release clause in his Bayern contractCredit: GettyReports in Germany claim there is a buy-out option of £54million in the striker’s contract that he can activate in January 2026.The clause could have allegedly been met during the recent winter transfer window for the higher fee of £67million.Asked about the situation, Kane, 31, said: “What I can say is that I’m very happy at FC Bayern. No comment on the clause.”Deadly from 12 yards, Kane scored two penalties on Friday night at the Allianz Arena in a 3-0 win over Werder Bremen.READ MORE FOOTBALL NEWSHe has scored 21 goals in this season’s German top-flight and converted 20 of his 20 penalties for the club.His last spot-kick failure dates back to December 2022 in an England shirt in the World Cup quarter-final exit to France in Qatar.Kane said: “I’m on a good run. Misses can happen. It has happened in the past, too.“It was another nice game. There will always be tight games throughout the season.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS“I want to take responsibility and open the game up. It’s happened a few times this season which is good.“I’m enjoying being out here with the boys.How much Mathys Tel will cost Tottenham for four months revealed… with no guarantee Spurs can activate buy option“There’s always room for improvement for myself personally, like the one I missed with the left foot. But it’s always nice to score.”Bayern president Herbert Hainer gushed: “That’s a quality Harry has. I don’t know anyone who converts penalties quite like he does.“It’s crazy that the goalkeeper always flies into the wrong corner.”Vincent Kompany’s side will be in good form and confidence ahead of a key week in two competitions.They play Celtic away on Wednesday in the Champions League playoffs first leg and then it is a visit to league rivals and reigning champions Bayern Leverkusen on Saturday.Unlock even more award-winning articles as The Sun launches brand new membership programme – Sun Club. More

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      Beth Merrick says Wolves will not be counting themselves out in Women’s FA Cup clash with Manchester United

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      BETH MERRICK loves juggling her passion for education with playing for Wolves Women’s Championship promotion chasers. Tonight, the lifelong Wolves fan and secondary school PE teacher, 29, hopes to inspire the next generation in the Women’s FA Cup fifth round. Beth Merrick and her Wolverhampton team-mates are set for a huge test in the Women’s FA Cup fifth round against Man UnitedCredit: GettyPE teacher Merrick says pupils at the Staffordshire secondary school she works at are relishing seeing her in action against United’s starsCredit: GettyLifelong Wolves fan Merrick hopes to see a record turnout for their FA Cup game at SEAH Stadium in TelfordAnd that is by knocking out holders Manchester United in what would be a huge giant-killing. Merrick and her hungry third-tier Wolves pals will go for the jugular when they face a United side, whose stars include England Euros winner Ella Toone. Meanwhile her students are relishing the prospect of watching their teacher take on the Red Devils. Midfielder Merrick, who works in the Staffordshire city of Lichfield, said:Read More Football Stories”I’ve got girls who will be going to a match for the first time “Students that have never been really interested in football that are just excited to come and watch me share a pitch with people who they’ve heard are good at football. “I’ve had so much excitement (from my pupils) and Ella Toone has been the big one in terms (of the players) on everyone’s minds. “There are going to be some really happy children from my school who will be watching their football heroes and watching their teacher share a pitch with these heroes.”Most read in FootballLast year’s FA Cup final decider between United and Tottenham at Wembley, which ended as a 4-0 triumph for the Red Devils attracted a crowd of 76,082. This was just 1,302 shy of the record-breaking number of spectators that watched Chelsea beat the holders 1-0 in the final the year before. And Wolves, who are coached by RAF aircraft technician Dan McNamara, hope to see a record turnout at their 6,300-capacity SEAH Stadium in Telford at 5:15pm this evening. Merrick adds: “Our club has grown so much and women’s football has been growing anyway. “It’s an emerging sport in its own right compared to men’s football.”The way that it’s gone and the way that it’s been has changed dramatically. “At the school I work at I’ve been hearing comments in the last couple of weeks where girls are mentioning the fact of, ‘oh my God, you’ll be playing against Ella Toone!’ “Just that in itself and the fact they can name a Man United Women’s player is a really big opportunity to showcase that.”Merrick’s journey as a footballer began at the age of seven when she entered Wolves’ Centre of Excellence. After six years in their youth system she would spend a decade at Aston Villa before spells with Sheffield United and Coventry before returning to Wolverhampton. The former England Under-23 international had a chance to become a full-time player during her Villa days. She was also part of the side that competed in the Women’s Championship in 2015. But for Merrick being able to balance her teaching career with her job on the pitch is important. Man United boss Marc Skinner hopes to guide his side to back-to-back Women’s FA Cup trophy winsCredit: PAShe said: “At Villa the opportunity was there to be full-time, but I turned it down so that I could do bothREAD MORE SUN STORIES”Having students that I’ve managed to inspire and the comments I have had (from them) over the last few weeks on this game alone has been amazing. “That’s all from the growth of women’s football and the hard work that people have put in and others that have paved the way for us.” More

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      Fans spot Sir Alex Ferguson YAWNING as he watches woeful Man Utd – but get distracted by who he’s sitting next to

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      SIR ALEX FERGUSON suffered along with Old Trafford fans – as he went from YAWNING to grinning amid a controversial FA Cup clash.But fans who spotted the legendary ex-Manchester United boss were surprised to see the famous face alongside him.Sir Alex Ferguson maybe showed the tension more than tiredness as he yawned during the second half of the FA Cup fourth-round tieCredit: ITVSir Alex didn’t hold back while fellow ex-manager Sam Allardyce, alongside him, watched on with rapt attentionCredit: ITVHarry Maguire is mobbed after his contentious late winnerCredit: GettyFergie saw Bobby De Cordova-Reid bundle Leicester in front.And as the Red Devils dozed on the pitch, the 83-year-old appeared to come close to doing the same in the stands.He let out an enormous yawn  – with his mouth almost as wide as the gap between the United of his day and Ruben Amorim’s current performers.But the Red Devils were rousing, helped by subs Joshua Zirkzee and especially Alejandro Garnacho.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLZirkzee pounced to level, then Harry Maguire nodded the winner in the final minute of stoppage time – despite looking well offside.And at the end Fergie shared a smile with the ex-manager next to him – Sam Allardyce.The former England, West Ham and Newcastle chief was at the fourth-round tie.Big Sam has no direct connections with United or the Foxes but looked absorbed in the action throughout.Most read in FA CupSir Alex looked on intensely as the Red Devils pressed for victoryJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSHis last job in management, with Leeds, ended in June 2023.But the 70-year-old might not remember that too fondly.Roy Keane launches incredible blast at ‘shocking and boring’ Man Utd after woeful first half vs LeicesterHe remained in charge for just 30 days – the shortest reign ever for a Prem boss.Meanwhile, supporters blamed Fergie’s mid-match misery on United’s tactics.One posted: “Ruben Amorim ball made him yawn.”Another wrote: “He’s yawning, might be really boring what United are playing out there.”Similar comments included: “He does NOT enjoy this” and “Looks like hes absolutely enthralled there”.One even suggested: “He can’t wait to get home.”But if Fergie had the first yawn, he might also have had the last laugh – if he reads such snap judgments after United’s fightback.Allardyce appeared to congratulate Fergie at the end More