# Atlético Madrid 2026 pre‑season friendlies > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/atltico-madrid-2026-preseason-friendlies > Updated: 2026-08-06T03:32:11.000Z. Sources: 71. Developments: 4. Atlético Madrid opened its 2026‑27 pre‑season on 29 July with a closed‑door 4‑1 win over Getafe at Cerro del Espino, highlighted by Ademola Lookman's brace and the debut of new signing Morten Hjulmand. The club then announced a high‑profile friendly against Manchester United in Stockholm on 1 August, to be played at the 50,000‑seat Strawberry Arena. In the Snapdragon Cup match, United came from behind to win 2‑1. Bryan Mbeumo scored the equaliser after a penalty was awarded for a foul on Shea Lacey, and a second‑half goal from Mbeumo secured the comeback, while a spot‑kick conversion by Lacey was also reported. United’s 15‑year‑old academy prospect JJ Gabriel made his senior debut, drawing loud cheers. Manchester United manager Michael Carrick noted a 66 % preseason win rate and the absence of Belgian midfielder Youri Tielemans from the squad. Both managers used the game to rotate squads, give minutes to academy prospects and test recent signings such as Youri Tielemans for Atlético. The fixture also featured Gabi’s set‑piece work for Atlético. United’s next preseason test is a friendly against Paris Saint‑Germain in Gothenburg on 8 August, where Tielemans is expected to feature. Injuries keep Lisandro Martínez, Matthijs de Ligt, Manuel Ugarte and goalkeeper Karl Darlow out of action. The match provided momentum and tactical insights ahead of the 2026‑27 campaign for both clubs. ## Claims - The match was played on 1 August 2026 at the Strawberry Arena in Solna, Sweden. (corroborated by 4 sources) - Manchester United won the match 2‑1. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Bryan Mbeumo scored both United goals. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Arnau Ortiz scored the opening goal for Atletico Madrid. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Michael Carrick was Manchester United’s manager for the match. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Diego Simeone was Atletico Madrid’s manager for the match. (corroborated by 3 sources) - Manchester United defeated Atletico Madrid 2-1 in a friendly on 1 August 2026 at Strawberry Arena in Stockholm, Sweden. (corroborated by 3 sources) - United’s equaliser came from a penalty after Shea Lacey was fouled. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Bryan Mbeumo scored a penalty for Manchester United in the 53rd minute. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Bryan Mbeumo scored a second goal for Manchester United in the 74th minute. (corroborated by 2 sources) - The match was part of the pre‑season tour and the Snapdragon Cup trophy was awarded to Manchester United. (corroborated by 2 sources) - Manchester United held 57% possession in the first half. (single source) ## Timeline ### 2026-08-06: Manchester United Claims Snapdragon Cup in Stockholm Preseason Match Manchester United beat Atletico Madrid 2-1 in Stockholm to win the Snapdragon Cup, with Tielemans absent. The team prepares for a PSG friendly in Gothenburg, where Tielemans may debut. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manchester-united-claims-snapdragon-cup-in-stockholm-preseason-match ### 2026-07-31: Manchester United beats Atletico Madrid 2-1 in Stockholm friendly Manchester United beat Atletico Madrid 2‑1 in a 1 Aug 2026 friendly in Stockholm after Arnau Ortiz’s early goal and a Bryan Mbeumo brace, lifting the Snapdragon Cup. 50 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manchester-united-and-atltico-madrid-to-meet-in-stockholm-friendly ### 2026-07-29: Manchester United to face Atletico Madrid in Stockholm friendly Manchester United will play Atletico Madrid in a pre‑season friendly on 1 Aug 2026 in Stockholm. United’s squad rotation includes Leny Yoro and youngster Jaydan Kamason; Atletico arrive after a 4‑1 win over Get 4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manchester-united-to-tweak-defence-before-preseason-match-vs-atletico ### 2026-07-29: Atlético Madrid thrashes Getafe 4-1 in pre‑season friendly Atlético Madrid beat Getafe 4-1 in a closed‑door pre‑season friendly at Majadahonda, with Ademola Lookman scoring twice and Obed Vargas adding a late penalty. 24 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/atltico-madrid-beats-getafe-1-0-in-preseason-friendly --- Cite as: Atlético Madrid 2026 pre‑season friendlies. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/atltico-madrid-2026-preseason-friendlies