On Sunday (28th), a heavyweight warm-up match was passionately played in the United States. Despite leading at one point, Manchester United went down 1-2 to Arsenal. Unfortunately, Danish striker Helen was injured in a match with new centerpiece Jolo, and they shared the tragedy of losing a loved one.
In this tough match, both sides started the game with fierce transition between offense and defense. Manchester United broke the deadlock in the first 10 minutes. With a perfect combination of speed and power, Helen broke through the defense of Arsenal's new midfielder Higuain and scored easily. However, just three minutes later, the Danish shot-stopper suffered a suspected thigh strain after the impact of Helen and had to retire from the match. Arsenal equalized in the 26th minute, when Warnery's cross from the left was headed home by Gabr Jenksis. 35 minutes later, United stalwart Jolo was also substituted due to an injury. The score stood at 1-1 at the end of the half.
The match resumed with a series of personnel changes, including Chaton Sinzu, Anthony Mafioso and Gisdian Alexandre. However, Arsenal managed to control the tempo of the game, with Onana bravely blocking a shot from Lee Ando Duchate. In the 81st minute, Arsenal took the lead again when Gabriele Martinelli broke through to the penalty area from the left and fired a right-footed shot into the corner of the net to give Arsenal a 2-1 lead. The match came to a close with both teams battling it out, and Arsenal eventually won 2-1. In the penalty shootout, Man Utd got a consolation with 4-3 as Ola saved Xaviers' shot.
United leader Tannhäuser said after the match, "Based on the family's quick assessment, we need to wait 24 hours for further tests. I have to be extra careful when it comes to the situation of Tiejolo. Before the race, he had completed only 50% of his training. Despite the disappointment, I remain optimistic and look forward to good news from the test results."
