Ruben Amorim provides the latest Manchester United team news ahead of season opener vs Arsenal
The disappointment of last season is still deep in our hearts. The journey through the 2024/25 season was extremely difficult for every United fan. 15th place in the Premier League felt like a deep blow to our glorious history. The Europa League final loss to Tottenham Hotspur shattered our European dreams. Ruben Amorim came in mid-season, but the team could not find the spark we were looking for.
This summer transfer window was different. The club made their intentions clear by bringing in big names like Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo. Along with this, the arrival of young Diogo Leon and striker Benjamin Sesko was special. After the lacklustre performance of Rasmus Hojlund, seeing Sesko is like a new hope for the fans. This change should push the club to better results next season.
First test against Arsenal
The new 2025/26 Premier League season will kick off against Arsenal at Old Trafford. This match will not be just about three points, but about getting our confidence back. This match will be the first test of whether Amorim’s tactics and new signings will be effective or not. Cunha and Mbeumo’s pace, Sesko’s hunger to score goals—all eyes will be on them. Arsenal have always been a tough opponent, but we have the advantage of home.
New tactics, injuries and expectations
Ruben Amorim provides the latest Manchester United team news ahead of season opener vs Arsenal.
Ruben Amorim strategizes at Old Trafford, leading Manchester United’s revival in the 2025/26 season.
Amorim spoke openly about injuries in the press conference ahead of the match. Lisandro Martinez and Noussair Mazraoui will not be available for this encounter. However, Joshua Zirkzee and Andre Onana are expected to return. It is clear that Amorim will not take any undue risks in the first game of the season itself.
As per Manchester Evening News, here is what he said:
“No, Licha and Mazraoui are out, they cannot play this game. Josh [Zirkzee] and Andre [Onana] are recovering and are options. We’ll see.”
What will be United’s probable starting XI for this game?
So, what will be United’s likely lineup? Onana will still take over as goalkeeper, we feel. Matthijs de Ligt, Harry Maguire and Leny Yoro will provide strength in defence. In midfield, Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro will balance both creativity and shielding the backline, while Amad Diallo and Diogo Leon are expected to provide width from the wing-back position. In attack, Cunha and Mbeumo will support Sesko, who will be our best hope for consistent goals this season.
We believe that this team can leave the past behind. Lisandro Martinez and Mazaroui have their replacements in the XI. Last season was a bitter lesson for us, but the excitement of a new beginning is now in every heartbeat. Will we return to the top again? It is too early to say, but one thing is certain—this season is going to be full of emotions.