Amad Diallo arrived at Manchester United from Atalanta as one of Europe’s most exciting young talents.
Signed for £19M + £18.2M in add ons, the Ivorian winger was still just a teenager and began his United journey with the academy.
From the start, his talent was clear – quick feet, sharp movement, and moments of magic that set him apart at youth level.
But despite glimpses of brilliance, Amad wasn’t quite ready for the demands of senior football at Old Trafford.
Loan spells at Rangers and then Sunderland followed, with his time in the Championship proving particularly transformative.
At Sunderland, he developed his game, added maturity, and showcased his ability to change matches.
When he returned, he was finally ready to fight for his place.
However, the arrival of Antony and limited opportunities under Erik ten Hag meant Amad found minutes hard to come by.
Still, he remained patient and once he broke into the first team, he never looked back.
Now thriving under Ruben Amorim, Amad has established himself as a key part of the squad and looks set to play an even bigger role next season.
As he turns 23 today, we count down Amad Diallo’s five best moments in a Manchester United shirt.
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5. Assist on Ruben Amorim’s Debut
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Ruben Amorim arrived at Manchester United with high expectations after his dominant spell with Sporting.
His first game in charge was a tricky away trip to Ipswich.
But it took just 90 seconds for Amad to make an impact.
Having been tipped to thrive in Amorim’s system, Amad picked up the ball near the halfway line and drove forward with intent.
Gliding past defenders, he squared it unselfishly for Marcus Rashford, who tapped home to give United an early lead.
Although the match eventually finished 1–1, Amad’s explosive start was the perfect way to kick off the Amorim era – and a clear sign of what was to come.
4. First Premier League Goal
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Amad Diallo scored his first Premier League goal for Manchester United in a 3–2 win over Newcastle on 15 May 2024, just as he was starting to earn regular minutes.
The ball dropped to him at the edge of the box, and he struck it cleanly on the half-volley, sending it into the top corner.
It was a brilliant finish and one which showed United fans and coach alike that Amad Diallo belonged at the top level of football.
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3. Hat-trick vs Southampton
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With United trailing 1–0 at home to bottom-of-the-table Southampton, the pressure was mounting.
In desperate need of three points, the team needed inspiration – and Amad Diallo delivered.
His first goal came after weaving through several defenders, showing determination and close control before finishing smartly.
Just minutes later, he linked up brilliantly with Christian Eriksen, playing a quick one-two before volleying in his second.
He completed his hat-trick with relentless pressing, forcing a mistake at the back and calmly slotting home.
It was a complete performance – technical quality, intelligence, and work rate all on show.
Although two bigger moments still lie ahead, this was arguably Amad’s best all-round display in a Manchester United shirt.
He showed he can be relied on to deliver when it matters most and lead from the front.
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2. Winner vs Manchester City
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Trailing 1–0 to Manchester City and struggling to create chances, United looked short of ideas in the second half – until Amad Diallo took control of the game.
First, he showed quick thinking to win a penalty, drawing a clumsy challenge in the box.
Bruno Fernandes stepped up to level the score, but Amad wasn’t done yet.
With only a few minutes to play, Lisandro Martínez launched a long ball over the top.
It looked out of reach, but Amad somehow brought it down, rounded the onrushing keeper, and slotted into the empty net.
Keeping that level of composure in the dying moments of a Manchester Derby is no small feat.
Only a handful of players have scored memorable winning goals in this fixture – and with that moment, Amad added his name to the exclusive list.
1. 121st minute FA Cup winner vs Liverpool
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Few moments define a player’s Manchester United career quite like scoring a last-minute winner against Liverpool and Amad Diallo delivered one of the most unforgettable goals in United’s recent FA Cup history.
In a thrilling quarter-final at Old Trafford, United and Liverpool were locked at 3–3 deep into extra time.
With penalties looming, Amad picked up the ball on the counter, drove forward, and found the bottom corner in the 121st minute to seal a dramatic 4–3 victory.
As the stadium erupted, Diallo wheeled away in celebration, shirt off, fully aware of what he’d just done.
This wasn’t just a match-winner – it was a moment steeped in United’s heritage of delivering in the biggest games, against their fiercest rivals.
Scoring a last-gasp winner against Liverpool is a moment reserved for those who leave their mark on Manchester United history.
That night, Amad Diallo did just that.
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