What's happened
Ruud van Nistelrooy prepares for his last match as interim manager of Manchester United against Leicester City. Following Erik ten Hag's dismissal, he aims to leave the team in good form before new head coach Ruben Amorim takes over on November 11.
Why it matters
What the papers say
According to Simon Peach in The Independent, Van Nistelrooy expressed pride in his interim role, stating, "I think we’ve done very well so far." He aims to leave the team in a strong position for Amorim's arrival. Meanwhile, Will Unwin from The Guardian highlighted the players' adaptability to Amorim's pressing style, noting that goalkeeper André Onana believes the squad can adjust to the new system. This sentiment reflects a broader optimism about the team's potential under new management, despite the challenges faced during Ten Hag's tenure.
How we got here
Erik ten Hag was sacked after a poor start to the season, leading to the appointment of Sporting Lisbon's Ruben Amorim as his successor. Van Nistelrooy, initially an assistant, stepped in as caretaker manager.
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