The dark clouds over Old Trafford have grown heavier, and the Class of 2025 is making an unwanted bid for infamy. Ruben Amorim’s side sits in shambles, with seven defeats in their first 15 matches a start so dismal it echoes the doomed 1921-22 season that ended in relegation. For a club with Manchester United’s history, comparisons to their darkest days sting.
A Club Familiar with Rock Bottom
United’s lows are woven into their glorious tapestry. In 1930-31, they finished dead last in the First Division, conceding 115 goals and averaging fewer than 4,000 fans at Old Trafford.
Fast forward to 1973-74, and George Best, Bobby Charlton, and Denis Law had all gone as United sunk into the Second Division. Even the 1980s weren’t spared, with Big Ron Atkinson’s decline and Ferguson’s initial struggles leaving fans frustrated.
How Bad Are They?
Amorim’s team doesn’t lack individual talent. They’ve beaten Manchester City and pushed Arsenal aside in the FA Cup. But their inconsistency, evidenced by woeful defeats to Brighton and Bournemouth, paints a grim picture.
Marcus Rashford’s exile mirrors Best’s in the ‘70s, a symptom of a fractured dressing room. Amad Diallo’s flashes of brilliance can’t mask the disjointed squad and poor recruitment.
Is Relegation Possible?
Unlikely but not impossible. Southampton and Leicester are also struggling, but United’s form offers little solace. Sir Jim Ratcliffe’s cost-conscious approach signals there’s no quick fix. Amorim’s tactical acumen has shown sparks of promise, but with morale low and results elusive, survival is the priority.
The Verdict
Is this the worst Manchester United team of all time? It’s a question no fan wants to ask, but history will answer it if Amorim’s men can’t claw their way out of the abyss. For now, the faithful cling to faint hope—and the fear of becoming a laughingstock.