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Manchester United falls to Wrexham in pre-season opener

Sky Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 18, 2026, 5:53 PM

Last updated Jul 18, 2026

Manchester United falls to Wrexham in pre-season opener

Summary

Manchester United lost 1-0 to Wrexham in their opening pre-season match on July 18, 2026, at the Olympic Stadium in Helsinki. New signing Andrey Santos made his debut, playing the first half before United's coach, Michael Carrick, substituted all players at halftime. Wrexham's Sam Smith scored the only goal just before halftime, tapping in after a low cross. United's backup goalkeeper Radek Vitek made a key save later in the match to keep the scoreline from widening. United's next match is against Rosenborg in Trondheim on July 24.

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By the Numbers

•Andrey Santos debuted for Manchester United in the pre-season match.
•Wrexham scored the only goal in the first half.
•Radek Vitek made an important save to prevent further goals.
•Carrick substituted the entire team at halftime in search of an equalizer.
•Manchester United's next fixture is against Rosenborg on July 24.

What they're saying

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Andrey Santos made his Manchester United debut as Michel Carrick's side lost 1-0 to Wrexham in their opening pre-season fixture at the Olympic Stadium in Helsinki.
— Sky Sports

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