Reasons Revealed: Why Amorim had Plastered Knuckles after Half-time vs Bilbao
Rúben Amorim’s Bandaged Knuckles Spark Speculation After Europa League Clash
During Manchester United’s dramatic 4-1 comeback win over Athletic Bilbao in the Europa League semi-final, fans were quick to notice something unusual — manager Rúben Amorim returned after halftime with a plaster on his knuckles.
The sight of his bandaged hand stirred up speculation online, especially given Amorim’s passionate reputation on the touchline. Some fans suggested he may have injured himself during an emotional outburst in the dressing room, possibly after United’s sluggish first-half performance, which saw them trailing 1-0.
This wouldn’t be the first time Amorim has shown visible signs of frustration. In January, reports emerged that he damaged a TV screen in the dressing room following a loss to Brighton.
While there’s been no official statement from the club about the cause of the bandaged knuckles, the timing of the injury — right after halftime — has fueled curiosity. Was it the result of a heated team talk or just an accidental knock?
Whatever the case, it didn’t seem to hold him back. United returned to the pitch fired up, with goals from Mason Mount, Casemiro, and Rasmus Højlund securing their place in the Europa League final against Tottenham.
