United Review | PSG in Gothenburg | Pre Season 2026

United 1 - 1 PSG

A solid draw and performance against the European champions 

Author | Olivia T

Ibrahim Mbaye opened the scoring inside the second minute for PSG. This came after a wicked cross by Dro Fernandez.

Bryan Mbeumo levelled the scoring before half-time, securing his third goal in two matches. Amad pressed the PSG defender before winning and setting up Mbeumo for a fairly straightforward finish . 

Michael Carrick's men produced the stronger of the chances, despite PSG bringing on a number of their FIFA World Cup stars, while the Reds also welcomed back some familiar faces.

First look at the Tielemans and Bruno partnership

Youri Tielemans came on to make his first appearance for United, while Fernandes was introduced shortly afterwards for his first outing of pre-season.

The captain immediately began to influence proceedings. Combining with Tielemans, Fernandes produced a first-time pass to send Joshua Zirkzee through on goal. Safonov raced from his line and collided with the Dutch forward, leaving Lacey with the loose ball and an opportunity to shoot at an unguarded net. The youngster could not take advantage.

United pushed for a late winner

We came close again through Dalot. The full-back powered down the right before finding Tyler Fletcher, whose effort rebounded to fellow academy graduate Lacey.

The 19-year-old could not keep his shot down, however, allowing Alessandro Longoni to escape without