Manchester United continued their strong pre-season form with an impressive 4-1 victory over Bournemouth in Chicago, maintaining their perfect record in the Premier League summer series. Despite the absence of new signings Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, the Red Devils delivered a confident display that has fans buzzing with excitement.
The result keeps United as the only side with a perfect record in the tournament, as their strong pre-season form in the United States continues to impress. The victory builds on the 2-1 win over West Ham in their opening fixture. If United beat Everton in their final game then they will lift the trophy.
Rasmus Højlund and Patrick Dorgu fired Manchester United into a 2-0 lead by half-time, before second-half strikes from Amad Diallo and 19-year-old Ethan Williams wrapped up a dominant 4-0 advantage.
Patrick Dorgu highlights… Top 🔝
pic.twitter.com/UKXnT4LDek— La Casa Premier 🦁 (@LaCasaPremier) July 31, 2025
Although United saw more of the ball and created several chances, their efforts were undone late on by a Matthijs de Ligt own goal, deflecting in David Brooks’ cross to give Bournemouth a consolation. As promised, Reuben Amorim used the match to experiment with his setup notably deploying Bruno Fernandes in a deeper midfield role alongside Casemiro, offering fans a glimpse of a potential tactical shift in the squad.
Softfootball has garnered reactions from Manchester United fans on X, with many urging the team to carry this same level of intensity and performance into the upcoming season. Here’s a look at what some supporters had to say:
I know it’s just a friendly match, but we’re seeing a style of football we haven’t seen from Manchester United in years, neither in friendlies nor in official matches. I hope this marks the beginning of our return this season. Glory glory Man United“
“Dorgu stealing the show with that MOTM performance! United’s attack was relentless. Great win to kick things off“
“I wonder what’s gonna happen when we have Cunha and Mbeumo in front three“
“The way we are now winning back loose balls within seconds is amazing, and I pray we continue this throughout the season.
We are gonna cook teams, ngl. @ManUtd is coming“
@Hagalstinechris Was basically impressed with Man United’s player’s change in attitude towards the match against Bournemouth:
“If only Amorim had got all his signings, United would be flying. By and large, i am impressed with the players’ change in attitude to matches. The players press & run. I pray they sustain this. I also think there’s still time to bring in more signings before the season starts”
@Alexdinero_ Is buzzing but not getting carried away with just this performance, but hopeful ahead of the new season:
“I’m Buzzing. Nor getting carried away but I’m hopeful of a better season. These ‘small’ teams are the ones that beat us left right last season. Crashing them is a step forward. Encouraged”.
“Dorgu is HIM!! Amorim will make him a beast. They just decided to h9te on him too early, bcos our fanbase is frustrated, impatient and sometimes, notoriously, doesn’t know much abt football. The kid has huuuuge potential”.
