Cameroon international Bryan Mbeumo scored twice as Manchester United recovered to defeat Atlético Madrid 2-1 in a club friendly at Strawberry Arena in Stockholm on 1 August 2026, securing the Snapdragon Cup after trailing early.
Spanish winger Arnau Ortiz opened the scoring for Atlético Madrid in the fifth minute when his cross from a short corner sailed into the far corner. Bryan Mbeumo equalised from the penalty spot in the 53rd minute after Shea Lacey was fouled in the area, then added the winner in the 74th minute from close range following Jack Fletcher’s interception and delivery.
United absorbed the early setback, controlled large periods of the first half, and completed a second-half comeback.
Manchester United finished third in the 2025-26 Premier League with 71 points and a goal difference of plus 19, securing Champions League qualification for the new season under manager Michael Carrick.
Manchester United face Paris Saint-Germain in their next pre-season friendly on 8 August 2026 in Gothenburg.