Manchester United have started their run of pre-season friendlies with a goallesss draw with Leeds United in Sweden’s national stadium. Matheus Cunha, their £62.5m summer signing from Wolves, offered glimpses of his class in one of the twin No 10 roles but played only the first half of a match in which 47 players were used.

Leeds United manager Daniel Farke says striker Patrick Bamford is not part of his plans for the club's return to the Premier League.

The England international was absent from Saturday’s friendly vs Manchester United in Stockholm and Farke revealed his decision post-match.

Leeds had earlier seen a couple of opportunities go to waste, with Ao Tanaka swiping wide from close range and Largie Ramazani denied by Altay Bayindir, though last season's Championship winners only

Jack Moorhouse, Shea Lacey, Godwill Kukonki and Jack Fletcher are among those who could catch Amorim’s eye against Leeds and in upcoming friendlies, while players like Chido Obi and the aforementioned Amass will be aiming to further impress their manager having shown glimpses of their potential in 2024–25.

Watch highlights as an Alfie Edgell hat-trick helps Leeds Rhinos beat Salford 42-6 to move back into fourth place.

Matheus Cunha made his Manchester United pre-season debut as the Red Devils were held to a 0-0 draw by Leeds in Stockholm.