Cristian Orozco to make Manchester United debut in pre-season match
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 16, 2026, 6:40 PM
Last updated Jul 16, 2026
Cristian Orozco is slated to debut for Manchester United during their pre-season opener against Wrexham in Helsinki on Saturday. With first-team players on break following the World Cup, the match provides a chance for academy graduates like Orozco to shine. The 18-year-old Colombian joined United recently and has been training with the Professional Development Phase group. He is expected to stay with the club this season, aiming to impress head coach Michael Carrick in upcoming matches.
- •Orozco's debut is scheduled for July 17 against Wrexham.
- •Several senior players are unavailable due to World Cup commitments.
- •He joined United after passing his medical following his 18th birthday.
- •Orozco was part of the PDP group training prior to the match.
- •He aims to learn English and adapt to the team's style this season.
- 6:40 PMYahoo Sports — Cristian Orozco set for his United debut tomorrow
"Manchester United are set for their first pre-season encounter of the summer, a clash against Wrexham in Helsinki on Saturday afternoon.With several senior stars on a break after their World Cup exert...
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