Manchester United struggled in the first half of their FA Cup clash against Leicester City, trailing 1-0 at the break after Bobby De Cordova-Reid’s goal.
Manager Ruben Amorim’s tactical setup, particularly his decision to play recent £29 million signing Patrick Dorgu on the right despite his experience on the left, raised eyebrows.
Club legend Paul Scholes didn’t hold back, posting a cryptic Instagram message—“Inverted wing-backs… you saw it at OT first”—seemingly criticizing Amorim’s approach.
United failed to register a single shot on target in the first half, fueling further concerns about the team’s setup.
However, a halftime substitution saw Alejandro Garnacho enter the fray, shifting the momentum.
Joshua Zirkzee’s close-range strike brought United level before Harry Maguire’s controversial injury-time header secured the win—though VAR would have disallowed it for offside.
Amorim defended his decision to deploy Dorgu on the right, pointing out that the Danish youngster had played in that role at Lecce.
He insisted United must adapt to new players and styles, highlighting the importance of versatility.
Despite the nervy victory, Scholes’ criticism reignited discussions about Amorim’s tactical choices and whether his strategies can deliver long-term success at Old Trafford.