Manchester United’s coach Ruben Amorim praised Amad Diallo’s stunning hat-trick performance, which turned a looming defeat into a 3-1 victory over Southampton at Old Trafford. Amad’s exploits further cemented his status as United’s standout player this season.

Dependence on Amad Ahead of Brighton Clash

Amorim acknowledged that Amad will play a key role again in the upcoming match against Brighton on Sunday. The winger’s hat-trick rescued United from what could have been a humiliating loss against a Southampton side languishing at the bottom of the Premier League table with just six points this season.

Amad’s late-game heroics began with an equalizer in the 82nd minute, followed by a go-ahead goal in the 90th, and concluded with his third—making him the first United player since Cristiano Ronaldo in April 2022 to net a hat-trick.

“I didn’t say anything,” Amorim revealed when asked if he spoke to Amad in the dressing room. “Tomorrow, I’ll tell him to rest, eat well, and prepare for Sunday. We need him again.”

Amorim emphasized the importance of staying focused. “He did a fantastic job. It’s a great moment for a young player to score a hat-trick for a club like this. But he needs to focus on the next match. This game is already in the past.”

Managing Young Talent

Amorim was cautious about placing too much pressure on the 20-year-old. “We have to be careful with young players. He’s having an excellent season, but there’s still a lot for him to improve. Congratulations to him and the team. Tonight, we celebrate, but tomorrow we recover and prepare for Brighton.”

A Game of Missed Chances

The match wasn’t without its struggles for United. An own goal by Manuel Ugarte gave Southampton a deserved lead at halftime. Despite dominating possession, United struggled to find the net for nearly five hours of play at Old Trafford, until Amad broke the drought with his late equalizer.

Half-time substitute Antony missed a golden opportunity early in the second half, steering Alejandro Garnacho’s cross straight at goalkeeper Aaron Ramsdale from close range. However, Amad’s heroics salvaged the night.

Lessons to Build On

Reflecting on the game, Amorim admitted the team still has a long way to go. “You always believe,” he said. “I have to believe, but after Antony’s miss, you get that sinking feeling… yet we kept pushing.”

Amorim acknowledged the recent struggles at home, with three consecutive losses to Newcastle, Bournemouth, and Nottingham Forest.

“It’s been a difficult time for the team and the fans,” he admitted. “We turned it around tonight, but it wasn’t our best performance. If you consider all the chances, we deserved the win, but there’s still plenty of room for improvement.”

As United prepares for their next match, Amorim’s focus remains on building consistency and maximizing the potential of his squad, with Amad Diallo continuing to shine as a beacon of hope.

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