In this dedicated Manchester United Special, the Five Aside team and soccertakeswithak take a deep dive into everything surrounding Rúben Amorim’s turbulent start. We break down whether he actually has the players to execute his 3-4-3 system, including the controversial decision to use Bruno Fernandes as a 6. We analyse Kobbie Mainoo’s role, whether he's being overused, and how his development fits into United’s tactical identity. With AFCON approaching, we evaluate what happens when Amad and Mbuemo leave — should Amorim trust his squad depth or enter the January transfer market? We also explore how bad things could get before the #AmorimOut movement gains momentum, and what a “successful season” realistically looks like for United under a long-term rebuild. From striker shortages to low-block struggles, defensive fragility, leadership issues, and tactical mismatches, this episode covers the entire state of Manchester United with honesty and depth.