Young Talent Shines Bright: Chido Obi-Martin Makes Premier League History
Chido Obi-Martin is making headlines after stepping onto the pitch as the youngest ever starter in a Premier League match for Manchester United. The rising star was handed his debut by manager Ruben Amorim during United’s clash with Brentford on Sunday.
While the moment is undeniably big for Obi, Amorim is staying grounded. “I know how important this is for him,” he said, “but I want to keep things balanced and not pile on pressure.” His message? Let the game grow with the player—not the other way around.
Amorim pointed to Obi’s recent appearance against Wolverhampton as proof the young forward is ready for more responsibility. “His performance showed he’s got the right mindset for top-level football,” he added.
The manager also acknowledged the difficulty of rotating the squad during such a crucial period in the season. “It’s not easy when you’re trying to climb the table, but every decision has its reason,” he noted.
Dessers Delivers in Old Firm Showdown
Elsewhere in Scotland, Cyriel Dessers made a statement of his own in Sunday’s Old Firm derby. The Rangers striker scored just before halftime, expertly finishing off a pinpoint ball from Mohamed Diomande to give his side the lead.
That goal marked Dessers’ 24th strike of the season—an impressive tally that underscores his importance to the squad. Though Celtic equalized through Adam Idah later in the second half, the match ended in a hard-fought 1-1 draw.
Dessers stayed on the pitch for the full 90 minutes, proving once again that he’s a key figure for the Light Blues. Adding to the good news for Rangers fans, defender Leon Balogun returned to action after recovering from a cheekbone injury, bringing both experience and stability back to the defense.
