Amorim's landmark win

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim cut a frustrated and animated figure for 88 minutes of Sunday's derby against Manchester City at Etihad Stadium.

On the hour mark he was in an arm-waving fury, urging United forward then shaking his head vigorously as possession was conceded cheaply once more.

And then, in those two remarkable minutes at the end, Amorim was transported from what looked like a routine defeat in a dismal game to the dreamland of a derby win at the home of their arch-rivals and reigning Premier League champions.

Amorim took the bold decision to axe Marcus Rashford and Alejandro Garnacho from his matchday squad and was rewarded with a landmark victory that will instantly send his stock soaring among United's fans.

He also showed a sure touch when pressed on their absence, talking about his "evaluation" when selecting his squad, while also adding pointedly: "When people in our club are losing their jobs, we have to put the standards really high."

Sunday was his finest day since arriving at Manchester United. Results have been mixed but Amorim has been very impressive as a new frontman for a club that has been somewhat chaotic.

Amorim has also proved he will not be shying away from the big calls.