Man United 2-1 comeback win over Atletico! Two wins in preseason, €75 million striker scores twice, to face PSG in 7 days

In a friendly match that ended on the evening of August 1, Beijing time, two European giants faced off. Ultimately, Manchester United came from behind to beat Atletico Madrid 2-1, securing their second consecutive preseason win.

Despite being just a friendly, both sides fielded many first-team players. For United, Diallo, Mboro, Mount, Maguire, Luke Shaw, and Yoro all started, while new signing Andre Santos also made an appearance.

For Atletico, captain Koke, Le Normand, Hanzko, Ruggeri, and Lookman were among the notable names starting the match.

In the 5th minute, Atletico launched a high ball from the wing, and Ortiz scored with a header, giving his team a dream start.

Trailing, United then launched a counterattack. In the 10th minute, Luke Shaw attempted a volley from the back post, but Oblak saved it.

In the 16th minute, Amad hit a low free kick, which Oblak smothered under his body.

In the 28th minute, Mboro received a cross from a teammate and attempted a header, but the ball went slightly wide.

After the break, in the 52nd minute, Lacey was tripped by a defender in the box, and United were awarded a penalty. Mboro stepped up and converted the spot kick, leveling the score.

In the 74th minute, a defensive error by Atletico saw Fletcher intercept and provide an assist, with Mboro scoring from close range to complete the comeback. The €75 million striker finished with a brace.

In the 81st minute, 15-year-old JJ Gabriel replaced Mboro, making his first-team debut for United.

Ultimately, United held on to the victory until the final whistle. Seven days later, on August 8 at 23:00 (Beijing time), United will face Champions League winners Paris Saint-Germain. Meanwhile, Atletico will take on Manchester City on August 9 at 19:00.