Looking back at Man United's 2025

Unbeaten at Anfield

Although Man United has erratic form, but in Anfield alone in 2025, they have achieved unbeaten record. Earlier this year, M.U had a very good match when they drew with the opponent with a score of 2-2 and in their first encounter this season, the "Red Devils" even won 2-1.

The moment Harry Maguire headed from close range to seal the score 2-1 made Man United fans go crazy in the Anfield stands. That was the first victory of the "Red Devils" at Anfield since the time of Louis van Gaal, one of the important milestones for the 2025-2026 season.

The worst moment

That was the defeat to Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final at Athletic Bilbao's San Mames stadium. Before that match, Man United was ranked very low in the Premier League and if they lost, they would not be able to participate in any European cups in the 2025-2026 season. Conversely, if they win, Bruno Fernandes and his teammates will not only have European titles, but also a ticket to the Champions League.

However, with the almost only shot on target in the whole match, Tottenham defeated Man United and won their first title after 17 years of being empty-handed. Spurs' joy is as great as United fans are sad.

Best match

It was definitely a 5-4 victory over Lyon in the second leg of the Europa League semi-finals last season.

When Kobbie Mainoo scored the equalizer 4-4 in extra time, everyone thought about a penalty scenario. However, once again Maguire, this center-back brought an unbelievable victory for Man United in the 120+1 minute with an emotional close-range header.

Man United is no longer as strong as before, but Fergie Time-style comebacks still appear every year. This victory, although only in the Europa League, will always be remembered as one of the best comebacks in club history in European cups.

Best player

Of course, captain Bruno Fernandes, who is still likened to a durable engine at Old Trafford.

When receiving the Man United Player of the Year award for the 4th time, Bruno joked that he hoped that next year the person who received this award would no longer be him. The Portuguese midfielder said that it would be great if other teammates like Zirkzee, Garnacho or Hojlund would improve and be honored at this award.

The recent victory against Newcastle when Bruno was not in the squad is a small example of how well the team can operate when there is no longer a 31-year-old captain midfielder. Ruben Amorim and fans are expecting such performances to come more in the future.

Memorable number: 324

That was when the hosts of the Talk of the Devils program said the word "No!" when asked about Lisandro Martinez being able to play as a central midfielder. Finally, this came in the match against Aston Villa on December 21.

To keep Martinez in this position, Amorim had to adjust the squad a lot when Bruno was injured. Luckily for Man United, the Argentine center-back did quite well.

The most weighty saying

Ruben Amorim needs to be proven capable within 3 years, that is my point of view".

This is the view of Sir Jim Ratcliffe in The Business Podcast of The Times on October 8, in the context that there are many opinions wanting INEOS to replace Ruben Amorim because things are still unchanged.

Sir Jim's words will be orienting for the whole club. In the immediate future, they will not replace Amorim and will continue to believe in this project. From there, the players will also feel more secure, not having to fall into the situation of changing generals halfway and starting over from scratch.

Star expected in 2026

With a goal against Newcastle after a sensitive volley, plus progress when playing in a 4-2-3-1 formation, Patrick Dorgu is expected to shine even more in the new year.

At the age of 21 and still having a lot of time to develop, with a good physical foundation available, as long as Dorgu improves his technique more, he will be the future of Man United on this wing to gradually replace Luke Shaw.