Manchester United’s post-season tour in Asia got off to a sour note, with the team booed off by fans after a 1-0 loss to an ASEAN All-Star XI in Kuala Lumpur. The defeat was a harsh reminder of the team’s struggles this season, which saw them finish 15th in the Premier League with only 42 points.
Coach Ruben Amorim expressed frustration with his team’s performance, saying they had “choke” in every game. Despite the loss, Amorim believes the boos will serve as a reminder to the players of their struggles and may motivate them to improve next season.
The defeat was also overshadowed by news that Wolves striker Matheus Cunha is set to complete a £62.5m move to Old Trafford. However, coach Amorim refused to comment on the situation, saying it would be addressed in the coming weeks.
United’s rebuilding efforts are gaining pace, with veteran goalkeeper Tom Heaton signing a one-year contract extension and the club expected to discover next week whether they have signed Ipswich striker Liam Delap for £30m. The team will travel to Hong Kong for their final leg of the tour on Friday, with skipper Bruno Fernandes set to join the squad.
Coach Amorim is optimistic about the future, saying the club has a clear vision and plan in place to improve. He also hopes that a summer transformation will help striker Rasmus Hojlund find his form, which was a major concern for the team this season.
Source: https://www.bbc.com/sport/football/articles/c79e79yq9q1o