Ruben Amorim promised that “the good days are coming” for Manchester United after ending their “disaster” season.
Man Utd won a last day with a 2-0 win over 10-man Aston Villa to make a Windless Streak without nine games in the Premier League (drawn two, lost seven) and Buiter back from their Europa League-deficiency defeat against Tottenham in Midweek.
The Red Devils finished 15th in the table, their worst Premier League position ever, with 42 points.
United, however, has won their last Premier League match of the season for the 23rd time, with only Arsenal that often does (24).
The hosts dominated everywhere in Old Trafford, with their 10 shots on goal their most ever in a Premier League match under Amorim.
And he apologized to the home fans with full -time before he promises that his team will improve.
“First of all, I want to apologize for this season. I am really disappointed about the team,” he said on the field.
“Secondly, I want to thank you. We are very grateful for your support during the season. I know it was very difficult in many games.
“Now we have to make a choice. We get stuck in the past, because this season is in the past, it's over? We are fighting against each other, or keep together and keep ahead.
“Six months ago I said the storm is coming. Today, after this ramps season, I want to tell you that the good days are coming.
“If there is one club in the world that has proven in the past that they can overcome every situation or disaster, it is our club. It is Manchester United Football Club. Thank you very much – you will see next season.”
Amad Diallo opened the score before Christian Eriksen converted an 87th minute fine to mark his last game for the club with a goal.
He is one of the three departure, together with Jonny Evans and Victor Lindelof, who confirmed the club after the last whistle.
Eriksen appeared 107 performances in all matches, with his goal against Villa his eighth for United in his three -year enchantment after a free transfer.
“It is the best possible way with the season in mind. It was good to end with a bit of a smile on the faces of people and to give something back to the fans,” said the midfielder BBC match of the day.
“On the field, Bruno [Fernandes] asked if I would take the punishment. I said no and that I will give it to Jonny [Evans]. But Jonny didn't want to take it.
“It was a nice gesture. Bruno is the number one, and he decides. And luckily he gave it to me today. It was a good way to refrain.
“Wednesday [losing the Europa League final] Was a big blow. Losing a final is never fun. But we showed character to bounce back and finish the season with a smile and to give something to us and the fans. “
Speaking at his enchantment with the club, he added: “My time here has been really special. There have been a few good moments and bad moments. I love the pressure to play for a club like United. It has been a special three years.
“The next chapter starts with a little vacation and then goes with the national team, and then another vacation. Then we will see where we are going to play football.”