Manchester United’s interim manager, Ruud Van Nistelrooy, expressed his delight following the team’s impressive 5-2 victory over Leicester City in the Carabao Cup fourth round on Wednesday night.
During the match, Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes were standout performers, each netting two goals, while young winger Alejandro Garnacho contributed to the scoreline with another goal.
After the match, Van Nistelrooy reflected on the performance during an interview with Sky Sports, acknowledging that while the team played well, they also benefited from a bit of fortune throughout the game.
“I must say we were fortunate at times,” he admitted. However, he was particularly pleased for the three key players, stating, “I am so happy for Casemiro, Garnacho, and Bruno Fernandes. Their contributions were vital to our success tonight.”
The manager further emphasized the importance of converting chances, recalling previous matches against West Ham and Fenerbahce where United had created a multitude of opportunities but failed to capitalize on them.
This victory marked a significant boost in confidence for the squad as they prepare to face Tottenham Hotspur in the quarter-finals of the Carabao Cup.
In another development concerning Manchester United’s managerial situation, club legend Paul Scholes offered his insights on the prospect of Ruben Amorim being appointed as the new head coach.
Following the dismissal of Erik ten Hag due to a disappointing start to the season, the club is reportedly close to finalizing a deal with the Sporting CP manager.
Scholes predicts that if Amorim were to take charge, Manchester United might realistically aim for a sixth-place finish in the Premier League table, depending on how quickly he can implement his strategies and influence the squad.
During a segment on The Overlap, Scholes analyzed the team’s current performance, stating, “At the very best, Manchester United could finish fourth in the league. But realistically, it’s very hard to see that happening at this point; you’d probably say sixth is more realistic.”