Amorim was interviewed by a blogger and talked about Cunha, Maguire and many other players, as well as the "haired guy" who only cut his hair after five consecutive wins.
Note: This interview took place before Manchester United's 2-2 away game at Forest
Moderator: This team that had struggled with confidence and form seemed to suddenly "turn on" from within. Can you describe in words exactly what has changed?
Amorim: You're right, sometimes it's like a "switch flipped" because the way we prepare and work hasn't changed, but sometimes you do need a little bit of luck. I felt like we were very competitive in the games, especially against Liverpool, and we did have some luck and that helped us win the game. Winning brings a positive mentality to the team and it becomes easier on and off the court because we know we have a lot of talented players on the team and we just have to stay positive and confident.
Host: On the front line, there are two players who seem to have completely changed Manchester United's offense. You once called Cunha and Mbemo "work machines." Ferdinand once said that Cunha was a "head-ache player" who was hated by defenders and who played as if football owed him money. United were one of the slowest attacking teams in the league last season and now they have real pace. How did these two players change everything?
Amorim: Cunha is a unique player. His performance is difficult to find in other players, because when he attacks with the ball, his aura can affect the opponent's mentality, which is very important. Mbemo is very direct, which is what we lacked last year. For example, in the fourth goal against Brighton, when the ball was passed to the defender, he had already moved early. This seemingly small but crucial detail greatly enhanced the threat of our team.
Host: Less dazzling but equally crucial is the 23-year-old goalkeeper Ramens. To what extent does the security and confidence at the goalkeeper position provide the basis for building a team?
Amorim: It is indeed very important. Judging from past games, the defensive style of our players has also greatly helped Ramens and made him truly confident. So everything is interconnected. His performance is a real surprise, he can hit high-quality big shots with both feet, this detail can change the way we play.
Host: Another player I want to talk about is the 32-year-old Maguire, the hero of that epic victory at Anfield. That ball came from his header.
Amorim: When people talk about Maguire, they often say that he has a strong spirit and can overcome various problems with English fans. But I want to start with his ability. He is a very good player and like any player needs confidence, we try to give him that confidence so that he can perform better. If one remembers his early days at Leicester City, he was very good on the ball. Nowadays, the league relies a lot on set pieces, and he is excellent at set pieces in both defense and attack.
When a person goes through a time when they need to grow and become stronger, they can help others understand that things will change, that you will get through it, that you will not die, and that you can overcome any difficulty. This is very important, especially at the current stage of our club. So, I just tried to get the best out of Maguire and the mentality he has shown over the years has helped us overcome some very difficult moments.
Host: Do you know that Manchester United fan who has to wait until the team wins five consecutive games before getting a haircut? Can Frank get a haircut?
Amorim: I don’t know. He's going to get a haircut one day, I don't know when. Let's win the next game first. For me, I just hope he gets a haircut soon.
Moderator: It’s been one year since you were appointed as Manchester United coach. What is the most important lesson you have learned in the past year?
Amorim: First of all, in my career as a coach, I used to only know winning. I've had some bad moments, but at the core it's all about winning and enjoying the good moments. Now, I understand that in bad moments, my faith remains strong and I can handle pressure and maintain my mindset under pressure. This is something I didn’t know as a coach in the past. This gives me more strength to look forward to the future because I know we will have bad moments again and I will be better prepared for them.
Moderator: To you, does victory mean happiness or relief? If it's the latter, then what's the fun of football?
Amorim: As a coach, it’s hard to find relief because you’re always thinking about the next game. Maybe 30 minutes after the game ends, you're thinking about the next game. But (winning) it’s definitely a joy. Win or lose, the way I handle things is probably not the healthiest way to live. Results can dominate my week and can influence the way I do things to a greater or lesser extent. So, I can say this, winning is happiness.
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