Sporting Lisbon manager Rúben Amorim made a surprising prediction by including Luke Shaw in Manchester United’s starting XI ahead of their clash against Bournemouth. Amorim, whose name has recently been linked with a move to the Premier League, seemed confident that Shaw would be fit enough to start, despite ongoing concerns about the defender’s injury status.
However, Amorim’s prediction did not entirely come true. Luke Shaw was not named in United’s final lineup for the match. Erik ten Hag, still dealing with a string of injuries within his squad, had to make several adjustments, but Shaw was ultimately absent from the team sheet.
The absence of Shaw proved costly for United as they struggled defensively against a lively Bournemouth side. Without the experienced left-back, United’s defense looked vulnerable and disorganized at times, raising more questions about the team’s depth and fitness issues.
Amorim’s mention of Shaw sparked conversations before the match, but it ultimately did not impact the outcome. Manchester United continues to fight for consistency, while Amorim’s growing reputation as a manager with sharp insights remains intact — even if his latest prediction missed the mark.
