Ethan Williams Powers Manchester United To 4-1 Victory Over Bournemouth
Ethan Williams grabbed headlines as Manchester United’s rising winger powered his side to a thumping 4-1 win over Bournemouth at Soldier Field in Chicago in the Premier League Summer Series on July 31, 2025. The 19-year-old’s debut goal, scored within minutes of arriving on the pitch, reinforces his reputation as one of United’s most exciting talents.
Manchester United Secure Summer Confidence in PLS Series 2025 After Ethan Williams’ Score
Manchester United put in a commanding performance, remaining the only team with a perfect record in the competition. Under manager Ruben Amorim, the Reds controlled the match from the outset, beginning their assault with two first-half goals driven by both experience and youthful energy.
Key match facts:
- Date: July 31, 2025
- Score: Manchester United 4–1 Bournemouth
- Venue: Soldier Field, Chicago
- Tournament: Premier League Summer Series
- Williams’ debut goal: 72nd minute
First Half: Danish Dynamite, Fast Start
United did not take much time in demonstrating what they wanted to do. Patrick Dorgu, a recent signing whose attacking instinct is proving to make headlines, is the one who assisted Rasmus Hojlund to score the first one in just the 8th minute. Dorgu increased the lead himself in the 25th minute after taking advantage of a fast free kick by Mason Mount.
Despite heavy rain and blustery ‘Windy City’ conditions, United’s high press and quick transitions unsettled Bournemouth, who were close to scoring in the first half but saw a goal ruled out for offside.
Second Half: Amad Strikes, Ethan Williams Announces Arrival
Bournemouth threatened a brief comeback with five substitutions, but United increased their lead in the 53rd minute when Amad Diallo finished from close range after confusion in the Bournemouth box.
Ruben Amorim’s decision to make nine total substitutions in the second half, including bringing on Ethan Williams, paid immediate dividends. Williams opened the scoring just two minutes after taking to the field, wrong-footing the keeper with a low shot at the near post, one to delight the young, up-and-coming players in the team who are determined to make an impression.
Manchester United: Scorers & Key Events in PLS Series 2025
| Scorer | Minute |
| Rasmus Hojlund | 8’ |
| Patrick Dorgu | 25’ |
| Amad Diallo | 53’ |
| Ethan Williams | 72’ |
| De Ligt (OG, BOU) | 88’ |
Manchester United: Starting XI & Substitutions in PLS Series 2025
| Position | Player (Substituted, Minute) |
| GK | Heaton |
| DF | Yoro (Fredricson, 70) |
| DF | Maguire (De Ligt, 46) |
| DF | Shaw (Heaven, 70) |
| DF | Dalot (Mantato, 70) |
| MF | Fernandes (Collyer, 70) |
| MF | Casemiro (Ugarte, 70) |
| MF | Dorgu (Leon, 70) |
| MF | Mount (Mainoo, 70) |
| FW | Amad (Williams, 70) |
| FW | Hojlund (Obi, 70) |
Player Ratings Snapshot in PLS Series
| Player | Rating (10) |
| Dorgu | 9 |
| Shaw | 8 |
| Maguire | 8 |
| Bruno Fernandes | 8 |
| Amad Diallo | 7.5 |
| Mason Mount | 7.5 |
| Hojlund | 7.5 |
| Tom Heaton | 6 |
| Diogo Dalot | 6 |
| Casemiro | 5 |
(Average ratings sourced from fan and media outlets)
Ethan Williams: The Standout Substitute
Williams finished a terrific preseason with the completion of the goal, after a successful loan spell with Cheltenham Town and early compliments from Amorim. The Manchester-born winger (born November 14, 2005) has demonstrated speed and composure, earning comparisons with pacey wingers who aren’t afraid to attack space—an attribute United’s current squad lacks.
- Position: Left winger, excellent dribbler, big counter-attacking speed.
- United’s debut goal: 72nd minute after coming off the bench
- Minutes of play in the match: 19
Other than making his mark at Old Trafford or when loaned, his performance indicates that he can contend for more playing time even at another team.
Ethan Williams 2024/25 Key Stats (All Competitions)
| Matches Played | Goals | Assists | Minutes | Position |
| 17 (Cheltenham) | 2 | 2 | 778 | LW, AM |
| Manchester United (Senior Debut) | 1 | 1 | 19 | LW |
(LW: Left Wing; AM: Attacking Midfielder)
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Q1: Who is Ethan Williams?
A: Ethan Williams is a 19-year-old English winger, born in Manchester, part of Manchester United’s youth system, who scored his first goal for the senior team in the Summer Series against Bournemouth.
Q2: When did Ethan Williams score his first Manchester United goal?
A: Williams scored in the 72nd minute of United’s 4-1 win over Bournemouth at Soldier Field, Chicago, on July 31, 2025.
Q3: What position does Ethan Williams play?
A: Williams is a left winger, although he can also be used as an attacking midfielder.
Q4: How can he play to his strengths?
A: He is the player who is well known due to his speed, dribbling, and out-front push-dribbling his way past defenders.
Q5: How did Manchester United perform overall against Bournemouth?
A: The Reds won the game 4-0 with Williams scoring, and they never gave up leading after a late own goal, but they did not lose any game in the Summer Series.
