England Rugby's Struggles Mirror Manchester United's Decline

Manchester United's recent performance under Ruben Amorim has drawn parallels with the struggles of England's rugby team, both facing expectant fanbases and adapting to new management (Independent). United's dramatic FA Cup win against Leicester, secured by Harry Maguire's last-minute goal, brought a much-needed morale boost amidst their inconsistent form (Mirror). Meanwhile, Crystal Palace triumphed over United in a tactical duel at Old Trafford, with Jean-Philippe Mateta scoring twice (NY Times). Both Amorim and Steve Borthwick, England's rugby head coach, are navigating similar challenges of building new team dynamics under pressure (Mirror). Despite criticisms, there are signs of improvement for United, as noted by Richard Wigglesworth, who emphasizes patience and stability as key to future success (Mirror).