DAMAGED Ruben Amorim vowed he won't change despite Manchester United being labeled the “worst” team in the Prem.
The 'lost' Red Devils are just seven points above the drop zone after Amorim's flops crashed out in another horror show at Old Trafford.
Alexander Isak and Joelinton put Newcastle 2-0 ahead inside 19 minutes to hand United their fifth defeat in their last six Prem games – and their third successive home defeat in a bleak December.
Amorim said: “It's a bit embarrassing being United coach and losing a lot of games. It is one of the worst moments in the history of our club and we have to accept that. It's my fault.
“The team is not improving and it is a bit lost at the moment.”
United were booed at half-time, prompting club legend Gary Neville to shout: 'You're looking at the worst pound-for-pound football club in the country. They are that bad.”
But defiant boss Amorim insisted his tactics will remain the same even if he is sacked or the club is threatened with relegation.
Amorim added: “You have to be really focused on your idea. If you start changing because of the results, that's the end for any coach. I was hired because of my idea.
“You can't go back. You have to keep pushing. We only had four training sessions in total.
“That's important. I am here because of my idea and I will continue to implement my idea until the end.
“I change something tactically in every match. You concentrate on the three defenders, that's what you can concentrate on.
“I change every game and you can see that. If I didn't believe, I would change because I'm not stubborn. I believe in something and I really stick to it.”
With Ipswich stunning Chelsea, Amorim's suffering 14th-place side now face a tricky trip against runaway Prem leaders Liverpool at Anfield on Sunday.
The Portuguese coach added: “It's really difficult. Relegation is a possibility. That's very clear, so we have to fight.
“It is a very difficult moment, one of the more difficult moments in the history of Manchester United and we have to deal with it honestly.
“We have to fight in the next match. We have to change something, but this season will be very difficult for everyone. It can make us stronger.
“I am responsible. I don't like coming here and making excuses. I think the people in this club have had enough of excuses.
“I think our club needs a shock and we have to understand that. We have to recognize where we are, we have to win games and focus on surviving.”
Amorim brought on Joshua Zirkzee for Kobbie Mainoo after 33 minutes and the substitution was greeted with cheers and cheers.
Amorim said: “You have to think about the team and sometimes about the player.
“Sometimes the player suffers. It was very difficult for me to do that and I will talk to Josh. But at that moment it was important for the team.
“Josh is a very, very good guy. He will get support and prepare for the next match.”
Wantaway United striker Marcus Rashford, 27, was back in the squad after being left out for the last four games but was an unused substitute.
Toon boss Eddie Howe was a much happier man.
It was their fourth Prem win in a row without conceding a goal, putting them in fifth place.
He said: “It's a big victory psychologically.
“Trust is the ultimate thing that makes the difference. The players are playing in their best positions and look happy and comfortable, and our injury record has also improved from last year.”
Worst pound-for-pound team
Neville's claim that Man United were the worst pound-for-pound team in the country was almost correct.
The Red Devils squad cost £757m, including major signings such as Antony's and £82m Harry Maguire, who arrived for a similar fee.
The club has collected just 22 points from their 19 Premier League games.
This means the club spent £34.4 million per point, which is the second worst in the division.
Only Southampton have spent more per point, with the club spending £34.8 million for each of their six points.
However, Man United would drop to last place if the Saints were to win another draw as their points cost would drop to £29.9 million.
Nottingham Forest's impressive season is plain to see, with the team costing just £270m.
The Tricky Trees are currently second in the Premier League having paid just £7.3 million for each of their 37 points.
Only Fulham spent less per point than Forest, with West London's 29 points costing £7 million each.
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