Manchester United have already spent more time in winning positions across the 11 Premier League games of this season than they managed throughout the 27 top-flight matches Ruben Amorim oversaw in 2024–25.
The Portuguese boss may be at pains to point out the many flaws which still exist in his side, who head into November’s international break in seventh place, but there are undoubtedly some signs of green shoots amid the doom-mongering.
The Red Devils have spent more than 496 minutes leading the opposition this season, 45% of their total time on the pitch in 2025–26, per .
For comparison, Manchester City are the only team to have enjoyed longer in the ascendancy of matches this term. Even league-leading Arsenal haven’t spent as much time on top—although they have found a way to end eight games in front, while United only boast five wins.
Stat Under Amorim
2024–25
2025–26
Games
27
11
Time in Winning Positions
355 mins, 40 secs
496 mins, 5 secs
Actual Wins
7
5






