Overview

• Casemiro has started all five Europa League knockout ties, scoring in the 3-0 semi-final first leg against Athletic Bilbao.
• Coach Ruben Amorim adjusted Casemiro's pressing and running patterns, optimizing his role within the team structure.
• The Brazilian midfielder's work ethic and turnaround are being hailed by Amorim as a model for other players at Manchester United.
• Injury to Manuel Ugarte in March opened the door for Casemiro’s recall, where he has since excelled in European competition.
• Despite his resurgence, squad rotation and contract considerations loom as United balances domestic and European commitments.