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Mark White

This is the lowest moment in Manchester United's modern history - but not for the reasons you may think

Ruben Amorim, Manager of Manchester United, looks dejected during the Carabao Cup Second Round match between Grimsby Town and Manchester United at Blundell Park on August 27, 2025 in Grimsby, England.

Ruben Amorim is Manchester United's worst manager in memory, according to win percentage: and now, he is the architect at the very bottom of the well, chisel in hand.

The Portuguese sat on the bench, head buried in a binder, unable to watch through the cascading rainfall, as Manchester United lost on penalties against Grimsby Town: it's an image of rudderlessness that may well outlive him in the hot seat.

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