Manchester United got the 2024/25 pre-season campaign under way as they were beaten 1-0 by Rosenborg in Trondheim, Norway.
Erik ten Hag selected a different outfield line-up for each half at the Lerkendal Stadium, with 21 players in total getting valuable minutes in their legs after the summer.
Radek Vitek was the star performer for the Reds, as he made a multitude of spectacular saves to prevent the home side scoring, before Noah Holm cruelly struck with virtually the last kick of the game.
Ethan Wheatley and Ethan Ennis had the best opportunities for United, while the likes of Casemiro, Mason Mount and Marcus Rashford were afforded time on the pitch seven weeks on from the Emirates FA Cup final.
With a significant number of players, including new signing Joshua Zirkzee, still recovering from their tournament excursions, and others continuing recovery work at Carrington, Erik ten Hag named a starting XI featuring a blend of youth and experience, led by captain Casemiro.
New coaching staff Rene Hake, Jelle ten Rouwelaar and Ruud van Nistelrooy provided a fresh look to the United dugout, while the players were also wearing the adidas 2024/25 home kit – sponsored by Snapdragon – for the first time since its early July unveiling.
Manchester United are shocked by Rosenborg defect in a pre-season friendly match
