AD Free listening and more: https://www.patreon.com/c/Footballforkids Ruben Amorim is the current manager of Manchester United, but his journey started long before that. Born in Lisbon, Portugal, he grew up playing football on the streets and was even a talented roller hockey player. His dad, known as "The King of the Keys," always made sure he got to training, and Ruben’s smart thinking and leadership stood out from a young age. After setbacks in his early career, Ruben fought his way back to Benfica, where he played for several years and won many trophies. But it was as a manager that he really made a name for himself—leading Sporting Lisbon to success and becoming one of Europe's most exciting coaches. Now, at just 40 years old, he's taken on the challenge of managing Manchester United. Will he bring success to the club? Only time will tell... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices