Manchester United Thrashes Rosenborg 5-0 in Friendly

On Friday, Manchester United bounced back from a previous 1-0 loss to Wrexham by defeating Norwegian side Rosenborg 5-0 in a pre-season friendly at Lerkendal Stadion in Trondheim. The match featured an impressive performance from both established players and emerging academy talents.

Shea Lacey opened the scoring in the 31st minute, curling in a superb effort to give United a 1-0 lead at halftime. After the break, Joshua Zirkzee doubled the advantage with a remarkable goal, showcasing his skill and composure.

The second half saw Jacob Devaney score the third goal in the 63rd minute, followed by Harry Amass in the 72nd minute, and Ethan Williams completed the rout six minutes from time. This victory served as a significant confidence boost for Manchester United as they prepare for the 2026/27 Premier League season, with several young players impressing the coaching staff.