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Why Diogo Dalot wearing Man United captain's armband vs Leeds in pre-season friendly?

Manchester United fan, Journalist, Senior Assistant-Editor
Published at :August 13, 2026 at 12:21 AM
Modified at :August 13, 2026 at 12:26 AM
Diogo Dalot Manchester United

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Many Manchester United fans were surprised to see full-back Diogo Dalot named as captain for the pre-season friendly against Premier League rivals Leeds United.

Let’s take a look at the reason for this.

With club captain Bruno Fernandes named on the bench, vetranTom Heaton also on the bench, and Maguire missing the match completely, Carrick needed to name a new captain. So Dalot was handed the captain’s armband.

A report by Laurie Whitwell earlier this month suggested that Diogo Dalot has been named Manchester United’s new vice-captain.

More to follow.

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Hardik Malhotra
Hardik Malhotra

Hardik is a journalist and Senior Assistant Editor at Khel Now. A graduate of Maharaja Agrasen College, Delhi University, he brings a versatile skill set to the table with experience in writing, editing, and on-camera work. A passionate follower of Manchester United, Lewis Hamilton, and CM Punk. He combines his love for sports with sharp editorial insight.