Manchester United's opening defeat throws up more questions than answers
Briefly

Manchester United lost 1-0 to Arsenal, igniting varied opinions among fans. Optimists noted United's 22 shots against Arsenal's 8 and potential bonding between Mbeumo and Cunha. Pessimists pointed to the goalkeeper dilemma, with Bayindir's timidness leading to Arsenal's goal and ongoing issues with Onana. Despite promising moments, midfielder Casemiro stressed the need to prioritize victories. New arrivals Mbeumo and Cunha displayed potential chemistry but missed several chances. Sesko, another new signing, will be under pressure to enhance United's subpar goal tally from previous seasons.
Despite Manchester United's 22 attempts to Arsenal's 8, they succumbed to a 1-0 defeat, highlighting inconsistencies in key positions and urgent need for improvement in scoring.
Midfielder Casemiro expressed the team's mentality clearly: 'I'm not going to say that losing is OK; we have to win. Manchester United always has to win.'
New signings Bryan Mbeumo and Matheus Cunha show promise in their chemistry, yet they failed to convert opportunities into goals against Arsenal.
Slovenian striker Benjamin Sesko debuted but faces pressure to perform, showcasing the urgent need for Manchester United to elevate their scoring capabilities.
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