Amorim doesn’t need a goal to know who Man United’s new star is!

Gilabola.com – Manchester United’s inaugural match at the 2025/26 preseason ended in a goalless draw against Leeds United at Strawberry Arena, Stockholm.

Even without a goal created, head coach Ruben Amorim still gets a number of important lessons from this match.

Torthy Matheus Cunha

Matheus Cunha immediately showed a strong character in her debut with Manchester United. Only 15 minutes competed, the Brazilian player was seen giving firm instructions to Luke Shaw to feed at more speed.

This shows the attitude of leadership and high standards that Amorim expected from his new player.

Imported from Wolves at a cost of £ 62.5 million, Cunha performed for 45 minutes and several times showed great potential.

One of the most prominent moments was when he made it past two Leeds players with fast and intelligent movements before being violated about 30 meters from goal.

In other situations, Cunha intends to shot from outside the penalty box, but disappointed because Chido Obi chose to shoot alone rather than following his instructions. Amorim admitted that Cunha showed an aggressive playing style that was needed by the team.

“Matheus showed what we needed. He was aggressive when receiving the ball between the opponent’s line, and had a good vision to make a sharp pass after seizing the ball,” said Amorim. “Despite the connection with Bruno [Fernandes] not yet formed, I’m sure it will develop. “

Tom Heaton looks brilliant

With Andre Onana still not recovering from a hamstring injury, Ruben Amorim faced a dilemma in the position of goalkeeper.

Altay Bayindir got the chance as a starter, but instead the third goalkeeper, Tom Heaton, who stole the attention.

Heaton, who had just extended his contract for one year, performed brilliantly with some crucial rescue in the second half. Although Manchester United are monitoring some goalkeepers such as Senne Lammens (Royal Antwerp) and John (Botafogo), Heaton’s performance may make him get a more important role at the beginning of the season.

Touring to the United States is a crucial moment

Manchester United will soon undergo a pre -season tour to the United States. Bryan Mbeumo is scheduled to undergo a medical test on Sunday before completing a £ 71 million transfer from Brentford. He is expected to fly with the squad to Chicago on Tuesday.

For Amorim, this tour is not just a match, but an important opportunity to strengthen the bond between players and staff. With so many changes in the club’s internal structure in the last 12 months – including a reduction of up to 450 staff – building team solidarity back into a priority.

“We need to create a solid bond, not only between players, but with all elements of the staff. Now the period of change is over, and this is the time for us to shape the power as a unity,” said Amorim.