International football news: Chido Obi has etched his name into Manchester United’s history books as the youngest player to feature for the senior team in the Premier League, at just 17 years and 156 days old.

Chido Obi’s Historic Milestone

In the match against Brentford at the Gtech Community Stadium, manager Rúben Amorim handed Chido Obi a starting role. The 2007-born striker played for 60 minutes in the Premier League clash. The Portuguese coach’s decision to field the youngster in a pivotal game reflects the immense trust he places in the club’s next generation.

The previous record was held by Mason Greenwood, now playing for Marseille. It’s clear that Amorim has high hopes for Obi, widely regarded as the brightest talent to emerge from United’s Carrington academy.

The Brentford game was also notable for Manchester United fielding a starting lineup with an average age of just 22 years and 270 days—the youngest in the club’s Premier League history and the third-youngest ever in the competition since 1992.

Despite United’s 3-4 loss to Brentford, the performances of young talents like Chido Obi offered plenty of promise for the future of the “Red Devils.”

Chido Obi’s Achievements at Manchester United

Chido Obi-Martin has made waves at Manchester United since joining from Arsenal in October 2024. Standing at 1.88 meters with a knack for finding the net, he quickly established himself as one of Carrington’s most exciting prospects.

Contributions to the First Team

So far in the 2024/25 season, Obi-Martin has made seven appearances for United’s senior side, including six as a substitute and one start. While he’s yet to score, his potential is undeniable, and Amorim continues to give him opportunities to shine.

Success with the U18s

At the U18 level, Obi-Martin has been prolific, netting 12 goals in 10 matches for Manchester United. Remarkably, he scored a hat-trick in just 14 minutes during his debut against Nottingham Forest.

Individual Accolades

• Top scorer in the U18 Premier League for the 2023/24 season, with 32 goals in 18 matches while at Arsenal.
• Named by The Guardian as one of the world’s best players born in 2007 in October 2024.

Evaluation and Future Prospects

Obi-Martin is praised for his versatile finishing, ideal physique, and confidence on the pitch. Former United player Phil Jones called him a “goal-scoring beast” and predicted he’ll be a key figure for Manchester United in the years ahead.