Manchester United Ends Pre-Season with Penalty Win Over Fiorentina, Unveils £200m Attack Trio

Manchester United concluded their pre-season with a 1-1 draw against Fiorentina at Old Trafford, ultimately winning 5-4 on penalties to secure the Snapdragon Cup. The match featured the unveiling of new signings Benjamin Sesko, Matheus Cunha, Bryan Mbeumo, and Diego Leon, with Sesko presented to fans but not playing, while Cunha and Mbeumo made their debuts. The visitors took an early lead through Simon Sohm, but United equalized via an own goal from Robin Gosens. Fiorentina's goalkeeper and former United star David de Gea returned to Old Trafford, delivering a strong performance that frustrated United’s attack. Despite dominating possession and creating chances, United's midfield partnership of Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro appeared less dynamic, highlighting the team's need for reinforcement in that area, with Carlos Baleba linked as a potential target. The victory capped a largely unbeaten pre-season, setting the stage for United's Premier League opener against Arsenal with a revamped attacking trio valued over £200 million.