Chido Obi-Martin has expressed mixed emotions following his Premier League debut for Manchester United, acknowledging his disappointment with the team’s 1-0 defeat to Tottenham while also celebrating a personal milestone.
The 17-year-old Danish striker, born to Nigerian parents, has been a standout performer in United’s academy over the past year and a half.
His impressive goal-scoring record earned him a spot in the first-team squad, and on Sunday, he was handed his first senior appearance in the Premier League.
A brief but meaningful debut
Obi-Martin was introduced as a substitute in added time, replacing Casemiro in the final moments of the match.
However, with so little time on the pitch, he did not have the opportunity to make an impact or even touch the ball before the final whistle.
Despite the frustrating circumstances, the young forward remains grateful for the chance to represent Manchester United at the highest level.
Following the match, Obi-Martin took to Instagram to share his thoughts on the moment.
Disappointed with the defeat on a personal note, thanks to the coach and the club for making a dream come true for me and my family, he wrote.
Looking ahead
While the defeat to Tottenham dampened the occasion, Obi-Martin’s debut marks an important step in his development.
As one of the most promising talents in United’s academy, he will be hoping for more opportunities to showcase his abilities in future matches.
With United facing a challenging season, manager Erik ten Hag continues to integrate young talent into the squad.
Obi-Martin’s brief introduction to Premier League football may be just the beginning of a promising career at Old Trafford.
