It never really quite worked out for Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at Manchester United, but he sure did give the club some memorable times.
The charismatic Norwegian manager brought the good times back to Old Trafford. The fans had a genuine connection with Manchester United again – and he did play some seriously good attacking football at times.
But alas, such is the nature of being boss around Carrington, if trophies aren’t coming in, you’re deemed as a failure. Solskjaer’s side lost the Europa League on penalties, then after a bad start to the next season, the club legend was ultimately relieved of his duties.
His final demise was a depleting 4-1 loss to Watford in the Premier League. Some of the player’s actions now hit home given the fact we know the context.
Ole Gunnar Solskjaer reveals the truth about his last game in charge of Manchester United
Solskjaer revealed a lot about his time at Manchester United in a recent interview.
The Manchester United legend sat down with Gary Neville, Roy Keane, Ian Wright, Jamie Carragher and Jill Scott on the Stick to Football podcast.
He explained in this that he knew he was going to be sacked when his side were down 2-0 to Watford at half-time.
He mentioned several players were upset, and therefore he told his players that anyone who didn’t want to play the second half could raise their hands. Soslkjaer also asked which players wanted to play, and two Manchester United stars stepped up.
Donny van de Beek pulled one back for his gaffer, but nevertheless, a Harry Maguire sending-off and two late Hornets strikes later – the players couldn’t save Ole’s job. The game finished 4-1 to Watford.
After the game, the mood was low. Footage of what Bruno Fernandes did now really hits home.
What Bruno Fernandes did after Ole Gunnar Solskjaer’s final game
At the end of the fixture, Fernandes walked over to the Manchester United away fans with his manager.
You can see the Portuguese international gesturing and shouting to the crowd, seemingly insinuating – that it’s not just Ole to blame, it’s the players as well.
Bruno was trying to get the fans to show Ole support, knowing that he was to be sacked shortly after. Heartbreaking stuff.
Looking back now, the Ole sacking was emotional. He truly loved the club. Thankfully, he seems to be doing okay. He’ll surely venture into management in the future, and we wish him all the best.
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