Rúben Amorim expressed his satisfaction with Sporting's impressive 4-1 victory over Manchester City, calling it a perfect way to conclude his tenure as head coach at home. However, he cautioned that his approach at Manchester United will need to differ significantly from that of the Portuguese champions. Amorim emphasized that United cannot adopt the same defensive style that characterized Sporting's play. "We cannot transport one reality to another," he stated. "United cannot play the way we play; they cannot be so defensive. While it's great to achieve a win against City, I will be entering a different environment, and we will need to start from a different foundation."

Rúben Amorim found himself in the spotlight after delivering a memorable farewell to Sporting fans, despite his reluctance to embrace the attention. The outgoing manager led his team to a stunning Champions League victory over Manchester City on an emotionally charged night at the José Alvalade Stadium. As the final whistle blew, Amorim made his way onto the pitch, initially holding onto his gilet. Realizing that the next few moments would be better spent without it, he quickly stepped off to discard the garment. This minor misstep was overshadowed by the extraordinary events of the evening. His team faced an early setback, conceding a goal just four minutes into the match. However, they managed to hold onto a narrow deficit during a tense first half, where Manchester City seemed poised to end Amorim's tenure on a disheartening note. The second half, however, saw Sporting execute a remarkable turnaround, ultimately overpowering the English champions. With this impressive result, Amorim's next challenge awaits him in Manchester: managing expectations. He wasted no time addressing the United fans after the match, emphasizing the need for caution. “This means nothing,” he stated firmly. “Don’t take anything from this. We were lucky. It was a one-off. It doesn’t mean anything.”

**Football Daily | Rúben Amorim’s Prolonged Farewell to Sporting Continues** What a difference a day can make. Just yesterday, there was speculation that Rúben Amorim might turn down the enticing offers from Manchester United and their high-profile executives. However, it has now been confirmed that the Sporting manager will indeed take over from Erik ten Hag at Old Trafford, though the timing will depend on his current club's preferences. Amorim is expected to make the transition during the upcoming international break, which starts on November 11. It’s advisable that a club liaison officer is present to welcome him at the airport and ensure he is appropriately attired with a poppy, to avoid any potential faux pas that could lead to accusations of neglecting to honor the occasion. This is just a snippet from our daily football newsletter, Football Daily. For the complete version, be sure to check out our subscription page and follow the instructions to stay updated.