Are things falling apart for Sporting CP in the absence of Ruben Amorim?

Here is a brief analysis of how the departure of Ruben Amorim has recently affected Sporting CP in their 2024/2025 season campaign.

Following the recent run of form for Sporting CP in all competitions, questions about whether the departure of Rubem Amorim is currently affecting the team have emerged.

Ruben Amorim’s transition from Sporting CP to Manchester United has sparked concerns about Sporting’s recent performances. During his tenure, Amorim revitalized the Portuguese club, leading them to two Primeira Liga titles—their first in 19 years—and securing two Taça da Liga trophies. His time at the helm was characterized by a strong team identity and significant progress on the pitch.

Amorim, who joined Sporting in 2020, departed in November 2024 to succeed Erik ten Hag at Manchester United. At the time of his exit, Sporting CP had enjoyed an exceptional start to the 2024-25 season, riding an eight-match winning streak. Joao Pereira took over as head coach and began promisingly with a commanding 6-0 victory over Amarante. However, the team's form has since deteriorated, with three consecutive defeats marking their worst losing streak since the 2019-20 season.

Sporting’s slump began with a Champions League loss to PSV Eindhoven, followed by league defeats to Famalicão and Rio Ave. The latest setback (a 1-0 defeat to Moreirense) has further fueled fan dissatisfaction. According to O Jogo, travelling supporters expressed their frustration during Thursday's match, waving white handkerchiefs as a call for Pereira’s dismissal.

Having overseen just four matches, Pereira has faced mounting pressure within his short stint as manager. While the team adjusts to the post-Amorim era, the true extent of the impact of Amorim’s departure remains to be fully understood.

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