On The Ball Column
The Europa League could prove to be to Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim what the FA Cup was to predecessor Eric ten Hag a lifeline.
Red Devils fans will hate the comparison, considering the disastrous spell that followed when the Dutchman was granted a stay of execution.
However, its hard to escape.
There are some among the United faithful who might even long for those days, considering the woeful performances and current log position of the fallen giants.