Manchester United vs AC Milan - Club Friendlies

Manchester United made the perfect start at Old Trafford when Harry Maguire nodded home from a Bruno Fernandes corner inside two minutes, but AC Milan gradually asserted their quality and ran out convincing 4-2 winners. The Red Devils held a 2-1 advantage as late as the 57th minute, courtesy of Patrick Dorgu's goal early in the second half, but Milan's response was swift and clinical. The Italians dominated possession throughout — 60% to United's 40% — and their superiority in big chances created (six to three) told the real story. The turning point came just after the hour mark when both sides made wholesale substitutions; Milan's fresh legs immediately shifted the momentum, with Gonçalo Ramos and Ruben Loftus-Cheek scoring within three minutes of each other to put the tie to bed. For United, the defensive frailties that allowed Milan to create nine shots on target from 13 attempts will be a concern, even in a friendly context, while Milan's depth and clinical finishing will encourage their coaching staff heading into the new season.