Manchester United defeated Glasgow Rangers 2-0 in their first pre-season friendly. New signing, Lenny Yoro, put in an impressive display on his debut, showing early signs of justifying his £59m price tag.
At Murrayfield Stadium in Edinburgh, Scotland, Manchester United faced Rangers, where the recently signed young French center-back showed his pace and strength by making a crucial tackle to deny Rangers striker Cyril Dessers a goal-scoring opportunity just ten minutes into the game.
Yoro not only showcased defensive solidity in his debut but also demonstrated his ability in build-up play. Despite making his first appearance for Manchester United, he was confident and calm, comfortable bringing the ball out of defense and attempting long passes. In the first half, Yoro maintained a 100% success rate in one-on-one duels, achieved a 92% pass accuracy, completed four long passes, two interceptions, one block, one clearance, and a crucial tackle.
While Yoro occasionally made a mistake in passing, this could be attributed to him still finding his feet and becoming accustomed to his teammates’ movements. This adaptation period is natural for a player who has just joined Manchester United and should not be overly criticized. His overall performance gained recognition from both fans and the coaching staff, and he is considered a strong contender to challenge captain Maguire for the starting position in the future.
The Daily Mail praised Yoro for his composure and outstanding performance, stating, “Yoro, who completed his debut just three days after joining Manchester United from Lille for £59m, showed why many have high hopes for him. Yoro’s debut was impressive not only for his talent but also for his composure and promising future.”
Reports suggest that Yoro won applause from his teammates during his first training session at Manchester United due to his agile movements, indicating a swift integration into the team. Earlier, Manchester United emerged victorious in the competition, beating Real Madrid, Liverpool, and Paris Saint-Germain, eventually securing the signature of this 18-year-old talented defender from Lille for £52m. Yoro’s arrival undoubtedly injected fresh blood into Manchester United’s defense, raising anticipation for his impressive performance in future matches.
Manchester United eventually triumphed over Rangers with a 2-0 scoreline, with goals from Joe Hugill and Amad Diallo. The Red Devils will face Arsenal on July 28th, continuing their pre-season tour.
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