Ethan Williams Shines as Man Utd Dominate Bournemouth in Chicago
Manchester United fans were treated to a real statement performance in Chicago, as their side thrashed Bournemouth 4-1 in the Premier League Summer Series — and perhaps the most memorable moment of the night belonged to a young name on the rise: Ethan Williams.
Now, let me walk you through it. It was a match played in hot, challenging conditions at Soldier Field, but United came out looking sharp, aggressive, and extremely well-drilled. Even without new signings Matheus Cunha and Bryan Mbeumo, who were both unavailable — Cunha due to fatigue — the squad didn’t miss a beat. In fact, this might have been the clearest sign yet that Ruben Amorim’s ideas are really starting to click with this group.
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The early pressure paid off when Rasmus Højlund opened the scoring with a classic header, showing not just his finishing ability, but his physical presence and link-up play — something Amorim praised heavily after the match. Then came Patrick Dorgu, the 20-year-old full-back who’s growing into his role rapidly. He doubled the lead before halftime, capping off a standout performance that had his manager visibly excited. According to Amorim, Dorgu “looks more and more like he belongs at Manchester United.”
In the second half, Amad Diallo added a third with a cool finish — and then came the big moment. Ethan Williams, a young academy product, was subbed on late in the game. And just a minute later, he found the net. It was one of those moments that gives you goosebumps. Amorim couldn’t hide his emotion — he actually celebrated the goal, something he admits he rarely does, especially in pre-season.
That’s what made this game special. Yes, it was only a pre-season match, but it was packed with promising signs — a team executing a new tactical approach with confidence, young players stepping up, and seasoned names like Bruno Fernandes pulling the strings. Bruno, by the way, was praised for his control and intelligence in midfield. The connection between him and Mount is becoming something to watch.
Bournemouth did manage a late consolation through an own goal by Matthijs de Ligt, but by then, the outcome was sealed. United had not only outplayed their opponents, they had made a clear statement: under Ruben Amorim, something different — and possibly very special — is being built.
And for Ethan Williams? That goal might just be the beginning of a breakthrough moment.
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