ASEAN All Stars vs Manchester United: Red Devils Lose 0-1, Ruben Amorim Under Scrutiny?

Kuala Lumpur, May 28, 2025 – In a preseason match full of surprises at Bukit Jalil Stadium, Manchester United had to swallow a bitter pill after being narrowly defeated by the home team, ASEAN All Stars, 0-1. This loss quickly became a hot topic among football fans across Asia and the world.

From the opening minutes, the Red Devils pressed hard, but ASEAN All Stars’ tight defense acted like an impenetrable steel wall. Five defenders worked tirelessly to repel every attack, making it difficult for MU’s creative players such as Casemiro and Kobbie Mainoo to develop their play.

The awaited goal for MU never came. Instead, the threats came from the home side. Nguyen Hai Long fired a long-range shot that forced Onana into alertness, while Sandro Reyes repeatedly troubled MU’s backline with quick counterattacks and dangerous shots.

The drama peaked in the second half, around the 60th minute. Sandro Reyes, the young star of ASEAN All Stars, scored a beautiful goal that shattered MU’s hopes of an equalizer. The stadium erupted as local supporters’ cheers echoed loudly.

MU tried to rise and increase the pressure, but the opponent’s solid defense left them frustrated. Until the final whistle, the score remained 1-0, leaving many questions for the Red Devils’ camp.

Why Did MU Lose This Preseason Tour?

• The disciplined and compact defense of ASEAN All Stars

• Sandro Reyes’ deadly counterattacks, a nightmare for MU’s defense

• Lack of effectiveness from MU’s frontline in maximizing chances

• Mental and adaptation to Kuala Lumpur’s hot weather possibly affecting MU’s performance

This defeat is certainly a warning sign for Ruben Amorim ahead of the official competitive season. The preseason tour, which is usually a warm-up and strategy-testing event, ended with a disappointing result.

English Premier League fans and MU supporters worldwide must be curious: is this just a minor setback or a sign of bigger problems?