# Manchester United and Lausanne-Sport friendly match

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/manchester-united-and-lausanne-sport-friendly-match
> Updated: 2026-10-02T20:10:00.000Z. Sources: 10. Developments: 2.

Manchester United scheduled an unofficial, closed-door friendly match against Swiss club Lausanne-Sport during an international break. The fixture was facilitated by the shared ownership of both clubs under INEOS and intended to maintain match fitness for players not on international duty.

In the match held at Carrington, Manchester United secured a 2-1 victory. The game featured the return of defender Matthijs de Ligt as he continues recovery from back surgery, as well as the first appearance of Carlos Baleba. The fixture also provided playing time for senior players and academy talents.

## Claims

- Manchester United defeated Lausanne-Sport 2-1 in a closed-door friendly match held at Carrington. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Matthijs de Ligt and Carlos Baleba both started the friendly match. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Matthijs de Ligt returned to action following a long-term absence caused by a back injury. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- Carlos Baleba joined Manchester United from Brighton & Hove Albion for a fee reported between £65 million and £70 million. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The friendly was organized to provide match fitness for players not participating in international duty. (corroborated by 2 sources)
- The friendly was organized to provide match fitness for players not currently on international duty. (corroborated by 2 sources)

## Timeline

### 2026-10-02: Manchester United beat Lausanne-Sport in Carrington friendly

Manchester United defeated Lausanne-Sport 2-1 in a closed-door friendly at Carrington, featuring the returns of Matthijs de Ligt and Carlos Baleba to the pitch.

8 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manchester-united-beat-lausanne-sport-in-carrington-friendly

### 2026-09-28: Manchester United to play closed-door friendly against Lausanne-Sport

Manchester United will play a closed-door friendly against Swiss club Lausanne-Sport during the international break to maintain player fitness.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/manchester-united-to-play-closed-door-friendly-against-lausanne-sport

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