by Ben Ayuko
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Pre-Season friendlies are officially underway as the premier league look to get back into gear ahead of the opening game of the new premier league campaign.
Manchester United took on Norwegian side Rosenborg. It looked to be a dead rubber until Noah Emmanuel popped up in the box in the 93rd minute to win the game for Rosenborg as Man United kicked off their season with a loss.
Aston Villa took on Walsall. It was relatively new signing Morgan Rodgers who take center stage as his first half brace gave the Aston Villa the lead into the break. A second half goal from Louie Barry sealed the win for Aston Villa, A good way to start the season.
Tottenham Hotspur demolished Hearts in their first friendly. It was a tale of 2 halves as Spurs struggled to break down their opposition. They went into the break lucky to have a 1-0 lead. At halftime, manager Big Ange changed the whole team and introduced some of the academy products. They completely dominated the game, winning it 5-1. Some peculiar questions for Ange Postecoglou to find answers for.
West Ham came back from 2 goals down to salvage a draw against Ferencváros. Key moment a classy free kick from Danny Ings and a wonder goal from Alexandre Pešić.
Elsewhere, Nottingham Forest comfortably beat Chesterfield 3-0 while Wolverhampton Wanderers beat Italian side Como 1907 1-0.