Rio Ferdinand Presents “No shame” in Changing | Man Utd Fanbase Being Tested | Haaland or Mbappe?
Sep 15, 2025
After a disappointing Manchester derby, discussions ignite around manager Ruben Amorim and the balance between tactical changes and sticking to principles. Praise flows for Erling Haaland, with debates on whether he or Kylian Mbappe deserves the title of the world's best striker. Rio reflects on the fans’ frustration, the need for a better midfield control reminiscent of Carrick, and encourages younger players like Kobbie Mainoo to seek mentorship. The conversation also touches on Arsenal’s rising squad depth and the expectations for the championship.
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Remembering Ricky Hatton
- Rio recalls travelling to Las Vegas with Wayne Rooney and Wes Brown to see Ricky Hatton fight and meeting him afterwards in the hotel.
- He describes Hatton as a people person who made a big impact on fans and fellow players.
Final-Third Creativity Is Missing
- Rio highlights United's lack of creativity in the final third, especially without Bruno Fernandes.
- He calls the attacking play "powder puff" and unable to break teams down consistently.
Develop Mainoo As The Tempo Controller
- Ste suggests Kobbie Mainoo should be developed and given patience and mentoring to become United's tempo controller.
- He says Mainoo is the only current player who can consistently recycle and progress possession like Carrick did.