Diogo Dalot: Criticism From Ruben Amorim Inspired Manchester United

Diogo Dalot was locked down after being criticized by Ruben Amorim (Instagram/@diogodalot).

JAKARTA - Diogo Dalot said Manchester United's players were motivated after Ruben Amorim's criticism that he did not have enough leaders at Old Trafford.

In the aftermath, the Red Devils ended four consecutive defeats with a 2-2 draw against Premier League leader Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday, January 5, 2025.

Dalot, who performed outstandingly against Liverpool, admitted after criticism from Amorism left an impression on the squad and asked his teammates to continue to show motivation.

"It stabbed me. I think that's what he wants for every player. I've been here for a long time."

"I know that I can go further at that level. I'll try to help my teammates as long as I can."

"You can see that we are more of a team, that's the biggest difference. I think that's what we need to build further, the right team, fighting for the badge, and then the results I think will come," Dalot said when asked about Amorial criticism.

A draw at Anfield came after Amoram had a week of free time to prepare his players for five days on the training ground following home defeat 0-2 to Newcastle United.

Dalot said additional training times were a major factor in helping secure positive results against Liverpool.

"It's time on the pitch, knowing what everyone wants to do. Almost like believing in yourself that everyone will be in the right position to play in every aspect of the game every inch of the pitch," he said.

"So, in my opinion, that's all. When you have time to know what to do, I think it will be more natural."

"You see the structure is much more compact, maybe a little more games, almost as we all know that these players will be in that position," Dalot said.

Dalot further explained how long it would take for a performance against Liverpool to become the standard for Manchester United who have struggled for the past year.

"I think it's a very important question for everyone. But, for us, we have to do it."

"I think it's a clich answer, but to be honest we have to play every game."

"There's no point in thinking too far ahead because we don't know what will happen in the future. What we know is what we can control tomorrow."

"We had a good week to train, prepare for the game against Arsenal," said the Portuguese again.

Manchester United will next face Arsenal in the FA Cup Third Round, January 12, 2025, before hosting Southampton on January 17, 2025.