09 Aug 2025, 17:17
Manchester United signs Benjamin Sesko and parts ways with David De Gea
- Benjamin Sesko has signed a contract with Manchester United from RB Leipzig.
- David De Gea received recognition from fans in the previous match.
- Manchester United played a friendly against Fiorentina and won a penalty shootout.
On September 9, 2025, at Old Trafford stadium, Manchester United held its last friendly match before the start of the new season in the Premier League. The team drew 1-1 with Fiorentina and triumphed in the penalty shootout 5-4. This match was significant for the team, as fans welcomed the new player Benjamin Sesko, who joined the club from RB Leipzig for a fee of £73.7 million.
Sesko was introduced on the field before the match began, alongside new signings Matheus Cunha, Brayan Mbeumo, and Diogo Leão. Fans also gave a chance to David De Gea, who played for Manchester United in 545 matches and returned to the stadium after his departure in 2023.
In the first half, Fiorentina took the lead in the 8th minute thanks to a goal from Simon Sochma. However, Manchester United equalized in the 25th minute after an own goal by Robín Gozens. In the second half, both teams attempted to push forward, but none of them managed to do so.
In the penalty shootout, the first eight attempts were converted, but Fiorentina's goalkeeper Altai Bayindir managed to save Fabiano Paris's shot, allowing Kobbi Mainu to secure the victory for the team.
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