Amorim stated, 'We changed tactically in the second half, we closed down the middle better, but until 3-1 there was no change at all because it was two situations in a row.' This reflects his belief that strategy adjustments can turn a game's momentum, particularly noting the significance of timing.
Taking on Pep Guardiola's side will be their toughest test to date, but Amorim insisted he is not looking to make an extra statement by beating United's Manchester rivals. Tomorrow I will be Sporting's coach and only Sporting's, Amorim said. From the 11th I will be United's. I know they will draw conclusions from the result, but I don't care.