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Scottish Sun
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- Scottish Sun
Man Utd 2 Everton 2: Amorim left to rue bizarre own goal but draw enough to win Premier League Summer Series
The Red Devils gave Bryan Mbeumo his first pre-season run out OWN-ING UP Man Utd 2 Everton 2: Amorim left to rue bizarre own goal but draw enough to win Premier League Summer Series Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) TWO steps forward for Manchester United in New Jersey and Chicago. But a big one back in the wrong direction in the Big Peach - and the first indication that the issues of last term cannot be made to disappear overnight. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 6 Vitaliy Mykolenko and Tyler Onyango celebrate Everton's 75th minute leveller Credit: Getty 6 Bruno Fernandes congratulates Mason Mount for his brilliant strike Credit: Getty Twice, through a Bruno Fernandes penalty and then a beauty by Mason Mount, United were ahead and looking to make it three on the trot as they lifted Summer Series silverware. With Bruno operating in a rotating attacking trident alongside new recruits Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha, there was plenty to be excited about when United were on the ball. Yet the defensive deficiencies that undermined Ruben Amorim's team last season resurfaced once again in the magnificent Mercedes-Benz Stadium, problems that HAVE to be addressed if United are to really start moving in the right direction. Manuel Ugarte's shocker was punished by Iliman Ndiaye as Everton looked much more like a David Moyes side for the first time in the USA. READ MORE IN FOOTBALL SESK APPEAL Sesko's stance on Man Utd and Newcastle interest as Leipzig hope for bid war And even after Mount's curler, more cataclysmic defending ended with Ayden Heaven debited with an own goal he could do nothing about as Amad Diallo crashed the ball wildly against him. While United will surely not be short of goals this season, this was a warning that they may be no better equipped to stop shipping them at the other end. Amorim can instil all the culture, unity and spirit in the world. Yet if you have a midfield that feels more like a doughnut than a wall - with a big hole in the middle - there is only one outcome. BEST ONLINE CASINOS - TOP SITES IN THE UK This was United in Jekyll and Hyde mode. Going forward, with Fernandes, Cunha and Mbeumo given the freedom to switch positions, United offered plenty. SunSport's chief reporter Martin Lipton previews the season ahead for Man Utd... with confidence in the air Cunha, still looking for his first United goal, could have had it twice in the opening 16 minutes. First the Brazilian, found by the fast-raiding Amad Diallo and surging into the box, prodded across the face of goal with the outside of his left boot, before another half-chance was blocked. In between, though, Everton should have been in front, with right-back Jake O'Brien hitting the post when Altir Bayindor patted a James Garner free-kick straight into his path. United were dangerous in transition and went in front on 18 minutes - although it seemed a debatable penalty decision. All-action Mbeumo's excellent first time reverse sent Diallo scampering into the box and when his attempted ball inside came back to him off James Tarkowski, he made the most of a grasp of his shirt shoulder to go down. Thomas Bramhall, equipped with Ref Cam for the TV viewers, pointed instantly to the spot, much to Tarkowski's disbelief. It was one that a VAR official might have taken a long look at but with that not in operation in the Summer Series, Fernandes stepped up to find the bottom corner as Jordan Pickford was rooted. United as a club have put their faith in Manuel Ugarte, one that appeared misplaced throughout and especially when his basic error allowed Ndiaye to level. 6 Bruno Fernandes fires Man Utd level from the penalty spot Credit: Getty 6 Bryan Mbeumo congratulates Bruno Fernandes Credit: Getty The Uruguayan was criminally caught in possession as he attempted to run out of his own box and Idrissa Gana Gueye's instant switch found Ndiaye unmarked to steer back past Bayindor on the half-volley. Indeed, when Kobbie Mainoo made a horlicks of Garner's long throw, O'Brien could have headed Everton in front soon afterwards. Mbeumo, in a pre-planned move, made way at half-time with Patrick Dorgo on, Diogo Dalot switching right and Amad playing further forward. Everton were still asking more questions, Leny Yoro bailing out Matthijs de Ligt when Beto appeared on his way to goal. Mount, however, changed the mood inside the Mercedes-Benz Stadium when he span off Bruno's flicked inside pass to thread a beauty across Pickford and into the far corner. Not for long. Fernandes was engaged in a shoving match on half-way after an ugly swipe as Ndiaye ran away to feed substitute Tyler Onyango, with Amad's interception only bringing an unwitting deflection off Heaven that trundled into the United net. Dorgu, played in by Mount, could have nicked it, Rasmus Hojlund kicking the post in frustration that his fellow Dane had not picked him out. United would not have deserved that. Plenty still to work on. 6 Everton celebrate Iliman Ndiaye's equaliser Credit: Getty
Daily Mirror
an hour ago
- Daily Mirror
Bruno Fernandes in flare-up with Everton star as Man Utd own goal costs win
MAN UTD 2-2 EVERTON: Bryan Mbeumo made his first appearance in a United shirt, but Everton twice battled back to earn a draw in Atlanta after a bizarre Ayden Heaven own goal Manchester United and Everton played out a draw in the final game of the Premier League Summer Series at Atlanta's Mercedes-Benz Stadium. Bruno Fernandes gave United the lead from the penalty spot, before Iliman Ndiaye equalised with a fine angled finish. Substitute Mason Mount restored United's lead, but an Ayden Heaven own goal 15 minutes from time ensured it ended honours even. Ruben Amorim's side lifted the trophy, after remaining unbeaten in the Stateside mini-tournament, with two wins and a draw. Here are five talking points from the final fixture of the US tour: BRYAN MBEUMO MAKES ENCOURAGING UNITED DEBUT Bryan Mbeumo made his long-awaited United debut, following his £71million move from Brentford, having sat out the first two tour games in the US to work on his fitness. Playing as a right-sided No.10, Mbeumo had a quiet start to the game, but played a role in United's opener, delivering a first-time pass to Amad, who won a generous penalty when he went down after little contact from James Tarkowski, with Fernandes converting from the spot. Mbeumo had earlier been involved in a slick attacking move involving Fernandes, Amad and Matheus Cunha, the latter unable to get his shot on target. Mbeumo was unlucky not to score just before the half-hour, when he had two shots blocked in quick succession, racing on to the loose ball after Jordan Pickford had blocked a Fernandes effort. Mbeumo was replaced at half-time by Patrick Dorgu and United's newest recruit still has work to do to get up to full fitness for the start of the new season. UGARTE STILL A LIABILITY AT TIMES Manuel Ugarte was one of United's most impressive players in their opening tour game, a 2-1 win over West Ham at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium. Pressing high, winning back possession with tenacity and speed, Ugarte's high-tempo performance suggested he was in pole position to start United's Premier League opener at home to Arsenal on August 17. Here, though, the Uruguay midfielder's shortcomings resurfaced, never more so than in the 40th minute, when he attempted to bring the ball out from just outside of his own penalty area, only to be dispossessed by James Tarkowski. Idrissa Gueye picked up the loose ball and crossed for Iliman Ndiaye, who applied a clinical angled finish at the far post to make it 1-1. The goal was entirely Ugarte's fault and it remains to be seen if Amorim feels he can trust him to start against Arsenal. A HUGE SEASON AWAITS FOR MAINOO At the start of United's US tour, Amorim said he had 'big plans' for Kobbie Mainoo this season, in contrast to last term, when the England midfielder fell out of favour under his new boss. A sub for United's final three games, Maino came on with a minute left as United lost the Europa League final to Tottenham. On tour, however, Amorim's selection and praise of Mainoo suggests the 21-year-old will play a bigger role in the upcoming season. 'Mainoo, with those feet, playing the ball, if he finds the right pace, I will find a new solution,' said Amorim. 'He's going to be faster.' Unlike Ugarte, Mainoo looked assured in midfield, with Fernandes – who played deeper in the previous game - operating higher up the pitch. Given the way last season fizzled out for him, the upcoming one is one of huge significance for Mainoo, for club and country, with the World Cup back here in the US at the end of it. MASON MOUNT GOAL A TIMELY REMINDER OF HIS QUALITY Having been a hostage to injury for most of his two seasons at United, following his £60m move from Chelsea, Mason Mount has become a somewhat forgotten man. Although he ended last season on a positive note, returning to the starting line-up for the Europa League final and scoring three goals, the jury remains out on Mount because of his unavailability through injury. But on tour he has looked sharp and, most importantly, free from the persistent injury issues that have held him back from showing his best since joining United. Here, Mount showcased his goal threat, producing a fine angled finish 10 minutes after coming on in the second-half, to put United ahead. Although there will be huge competition at United next season, with one game a week following their failure to qualify for Europe, Mount has served notice he can play a key role and make up for lost time. FERNANDES AND NDIAYE FLARE-UP GIVES EDGE TO GAME Too often, these pre-season games can be insipid affairs, where players play within themselves to avoid injury or overload before the start of the new campaign. But there has been a competitive edge to all six games as part of the Premier League Summer series and, in this encounter, some needle between United skipper Fernandes and Everton goalscorer Iliman Ndiaye. Deep into the second-half, Fernandes tried to recover the ball from Ndiaye, with a robust challenge from behind that the Senegal forward deemed too excessive. Pushes were exchanged between Fernandes and Ndiaye, with team-mates rushing to intervene between them, while play continued and Everton made it 2-2 with an own goal from Ayden Heaven. When the dust had settled on their flare-up, Fernandes and Ndiaye made up, but not before both had been shown yellow cards.
Daily Mirror
an hour ago
- Daily Mirror
Man Utd chief Omar Berrada delivers promising transfer update - 'Lots of late calls'
Manchester United have make RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko their top transfer target this summer, and chief executive Omar Berrada is hopeful of more deals Manchester United chief executive Omar Berrada says the club are working around the clock to make more signings before the start of the new season. United have added Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo and Diego Leon this summer, but are pushing to sign a striker to lead their attack, with RB Leipzig's Benjamin Sesko their top target. Berrada, speaking before United's final US tour game against Everton in Atlanta, said he, director of football Jason Wilcox and boss Ruben Amorim are doing all they can to strengthen the squad with new faces. 'We have to do a lot of multitasking,' said Berrada. 'We have a team back home led by Jason, the recruitment team, that is working around the clock to ensure that we continue to find opportunities to strengthen our squad. There are lots of late calls and early morning meetings to make sure that we stay on top of it. 'Of course, adding players helps. We have seen the arrival of Bryan Mbeumo, Matheus Cunha and Diego Leon. They have adapted really well. 'We've seen Bryan play for the first time, Matheus has already shown his quality and Diego has shown that he is adapting very quickly, having just come from Paraguay, so all of the signs are positive and we are cautiously optimistic. We hope we're going to have a great season. 'The mood has been very good. The culture, the standards, the values, we are trying to ensure that we create a team spirit that allows the players to compete at the highest level. We have very high standards, Ruben is very clear about that and so is Jason. 'It's something we want to see with the players, with the staff, with everyone, because what we want to do is to win and to start winning titles as soon as possible. 'It's about raising standards, being very disciplined and the way you approach the application of those standards. We have to make sure that everybody abides by them, that everybody believes in them and that nobody falls out of line. It is really important for us to create that sense of togetherness around a single idea.' Reflecting on United's three-game US tour, Berrada said: 'It's been amazing, it's been very good. I'm really pleased with how it's gone. 'The team has trained really well, the interaction with the fans, activations with our partners, everything has been excellent. The Premier League has put on an excellent tournament.'
