Ruben Amorim reveals it was 'really hard' for Man Utd players to adapt to new formation

Ruben Amorim admitted that Manchester United may need time to adjust to his new formation and style of play after Sunday's 1-1 draw with Ipswich Town.

An early strike from Marcus Rashford sparked celebrations in the away end of Portman Road, with fans elated to embark on a new era under Amorim. However, an equaliser from Omari Hutchinson late in the second half proved costly as the Red Devils failed to take all three points from their trip to Suffolk.

The new head coach seemed reluctant to talk to the media in the aftermath of the game, but soon gave his thoughts on the display.

"It was really hard for them [players to adapt], they were thinking what to do," he told BBC Sport. "It was not fluid which is normal after just two training sessions but they tried hard. They have so much space to improve. But after a draw you never feel the good things. So I am really happy because they tried but they can do so much better.

"It was not a good result but it is a tough league with high intensity. We started very well but should have had more of the ball. But we are learning.

"It [the Premier League] is a great environment, a great spectacle. But when the game starts it is like I am back in Portugal or the third division. I am so focused everything is the same. You guys are so lucky to have the best league in the world. I am really happy to be here but today I don't feel much because I like to win games."

Manchester United return to action on Thursday in the Europa League with a visit from Norwegian outfit Bodo/Glimt before facing their next Premier League opponent, Everton, on Sunday.

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