Watch Man Utd vs Leeds highlights as Michael Carrick’s side claimed a 5-4 penalty shootout victory following a 1-1 draw at Croke Park.
Joshua Zirkzee opened the scoring after just 16 minutes, finishing from Bryan Mbeumo’s dangerous low delivery to give Manchester United an early advantage.
Leeds responded before the half-hour mark through Brenden Aaronson, who finished after former United winger Daniel James created the opportunity.
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United had opportunities to regain the lead after the interval.
Bruno Fernandes was introduced alongside Youri Tielemans and Matheus Cunha before having one effort ruled out for offside and later striking the crossbar.
The game remained level at the final whistle, leading to a penalty shootout.
Fernandes missed from the spot, but United eventually prevailed 5-4, with James Justin failing to convert for Leeds before Noussair Mazraoui scored the decisive penalty.
ReadManUtd’s full match report has the full breakdown of United’s penultimate pre-season fixture.
Carrick’s side now turn their attention to Saturday’s final friendly against AC Milan before the Premier League campaign begins.
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