Bryan Mbeumo's Preseason Audition for Manchester United
Bryan Mbeumo’s preseason has turned into an audition for centre stage at Manchester United, and the final act comes in Poland.
United face AC Milan at the Tarczynski Arena in Wroclaw on Saturday, their last preseason outing before the serious business begins, with Mbeumo suddenly the headline name. Three goals in two games against Atletico Madrid and PSG, then a sharp assist in the draw with Leeds United — the forward has ripped through this tour with the kind of form that demands attention.
Now comes Milan. Now comes one more chance to underline it.
Mbeumo flying, questions over Pulisic
United’s attack has revolved around Mbeumo’s movement and finishing throughout the summer schedule, and he walks into this game as the clear in-form threat. His timing in the box has been ruthless, his understanding with the supporting cast growing with every outing.
On the other side, Christian Pulisic’s situation is far less settled. Milan’s American star has only just rejoined the squad after his post-World Cup break, leaving his involvement in Wroclaw uncertain. Milan, who staggered out of last season with a late collapse that cost them a place in this year’s Champions League, are still searching for rhythm and sharpness. Whether Pulisic features or not could shape how dangerous they look in wide areas.
How to watch Man United vs. AC Milan
For fans in the United States, this preseason meeting of European heavyweights is easy to find.
- TV channel: beIN Sports
- Live stream: fubo, beIN Sports Connect
beIN Sports will carry the match on live TV across the U.S. Viewers who prefer to stream can watch via fubo or beIN Sports Connect. fubo offers a free trial to new subscribers, giving access to beIN Sports alongside ESPN, ABC, CBS, Fox, NBC and more than 100 live channels on participating plans (taxes and fees may apply).
Kickoff time at Tarczynski Arena
The match will be played at the Tarczynski Arena in Wroclaw, Poland, on Saturday, August 15, with kickoff set for 4:45 p.m. local time.
From there, all eyes turn to what really matters: can Mbeumo carry this scorching preseason form into a campaign where United badly need a new attacking hero?
