Manchester United defender Diogo Dalot enjoyed a double celebration today as he marked his 26th birthday and reached an impressive 150 Premier League appearances for the club in Manchester United’s 2-1 Premier League victory over Crystal Palace. A result that has fans over the moon in the fans’ reaction report.
Dalot’s journey at Old Trafford began back in 2018, when the then-19-year-old arrived from FC Porto as one of Europe’s promising young full-backs.
While his early years were marked by adaptation challenges, managerial changes, and fierce competition for the right-back position, the Portuguese defender has grown season by season into one of the most reliable constants in United’s squad.
Softfootball understands that across his 150 league fixtures, Dalot has contributed three goals and 12 assists, but his value has extended far beyond numbers.
His versatility, improved defensive awareness, and ability to progress play down either flank have made him a trusted option under several managers, including Ruben Amorim, who has leaned on his energy and discipline in big moments.
He even celebrated the milestone in a post made via his official X account.
He posted:
Reflecting on his milestone as revealed by sports expert Fabrizio Romano via his official X account, Dalot shared his pride in reaching the landmark at such a key stage of his career, saying he’s proud to have maintained a high level for many years in the best league in the world.
Fabrizio posted:
Diogo Dalot has reached 150 games with Manchester United in Premier League today.
I’m proud to be at this level for many years, in the best league in the world.
I’ve been growing a lot, I’m so happy & proud to reach this milestone at Manchester United at 26 years old.
By hitting 150 Premier League appearances, Dalot also places himself in elite Portuguese company at Manchester United. Only Cristiano Ronaldo (236) and current captain Bruno Fernandes (207) have reached the milestone before him, two figures central to the club’s modern era.
As United continue rebuilding and reshaping their identity, Dalot’s consistency has provided a rare thread of stability.
What began as a long-term investment in youthful potential has now developed into a defender entering his prime years with confidence, maturity, and a growing leadership presence.
For Dalot, the milestone is both a personal achievement and a marker of how far he has come — and perhaps, how much more he still has to offer Manchester United.
