Manchester United wrapped up their post-season tour with a dramatic 3-1 comeback victory over Hong Kong, thanks to a breakout performance from 17-year-old Chido Obi. The hybrid friendly, played at Hong Kong Stadium, saw United initially fall behind to a first-half strike from Juninho, raising concerns among fans after a difficult domestic season..
Obi, introduced from the bench after halftime, quickly shifted the momentum. He netted his first senior goal for United with a sharp left-footed finish to level the score, then added a deft header from a Mason Mount cross to put the Reds ahead late in the match Ayden Heaven sealed the win with a late goal, ensuring United ended their Asian tour on a high note..
Obi’s performance was a rare bright spot in a year marked by struggles, with manager Ruben Amorim praising the teenager’s composure but cautioning that the Premier League demands much more consistency and hard work The club, coming off its worst league finish in over five decades, now looks to its young talents like Obi for hope as preparations begin for the 2025/26 campaign.
The Hong Kong fixture, part of a lucrative post-season tour, also featured speculation around senior players’ futures and was closely watched by fans eager for signs of renewal. With Obi’s emergence, Manchester United supporters have a new reason for optimism heading into the summer.
