More Premier League misery at Old Trafford

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Manchester United 0 - 2 West Ham United

It was another disappointing afternoon in the Premier League for the Europa League finalists.

Author - Olivia T

Stadium - Old Trafford

English football ~ 24/25 run in - Premier League | Man United v West Ham

Tomas Soucek and captain Jarrod Bowen were on target as West Ham ended a run of eight Premier League matches without a win, easing to victory over a Manchester United side whose preparations for the Europa League final appear increasingly uncertain.

United named a starting XI featuring five players expected to line up against Tottenham in Bilbao on 21 May, but the match brought more questions than answers. Most troubling for Rúben Amorim was the injury to Leny Yoro, who left the pitch visibly distressed after sustaining a foot problem and headed straight down the tunnel. The setback prompted the immediate withdrawal of Luke Shaw, a potential option in the back three for the final in Spain.

The defeat means United have now matched their longest winless run in the Premier League since 1992. On that occasion, they picked up five draws; this time, they have slumped to five defeats in seven.

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Since 26 January, United’s only league wins have come against Ipswich and Leicester, both already relegated.

Their best chances to salvage something from this encounter came through two efforts from Rasmus Højlund and a powerful Harry Maguire header, but each time they were denied by the inspired Alphonse Areola in the West Ham goal.

All eyes remain on Bilbao but this result is a concern for Amorim's side

English football ~ 24/25 run in - Premier League | Man United v West Ham | View from East Stand

Rúben Amorim had already acknowledged in the build-up to this match that the Premier League had little left to offer his side this season.

This latest defeat confirms United can finish no higher than 13th. Aside from the modest incentive of around £3m per league place, there is little to salvage from what has become their worst domestic campaign since relegation from the top flight in 1973–74. The only tangible reward now lies in Bilbao, where a £100m windfall awaits should they lift the Europa Conference League.

But with poor performances stretching back months, it is difficult to imagine United starting the new season in markedly improved condition.

There is substance to reports linking the club with a £60m move for Wolves forward Matheus Cunha, while they are also among several sides showing interest in Ipswich striker Liam Delap, available for around £30m.

Securing a consistent goalscorer has become Amorim’s chief priority. Unless that problem is addressed, the scrutiny surrounding his position is likely to intensify once the new campaign gets under way.

Location: Old Trafford, Stretford, Manchester M16 0RA, UK

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