The Manchester United players and Ruben Amorim don’t need to hear that the 0-3 against Bournemouth at Old Trafford is “ass”, you saw it in the body language of the Reds. However, it is of historical interest that Manchester United occupy their weakest position before Christmas celebrations.

The club is down to 13th place after 17 games – ten points above the relegation line.

Never before in the history of the Premier League have the Red Devils celebrated Christmas at the bottom of the table.

The same happened back in the 1989/90 season, but then the top division in England was still called the Football League First Division.

If United supporters are to look for something that gives comfort, then it is “only” three points up to 10th place and the upper part of the table… No, it doesn’t actually provide any comfort.