Casemiro has scored three headed goals in three consecutive MLS matches for Inter Miami, with Manchester United supporters admitting they miss his set-piece threat.
Man Utd fans already missing Casemiro after three straight headed goals
Manchester United supporters are admitting they miss Casemiro after the Brazilian scored with his head for the third consecutive match for Inter Miami.
The veteran midfielder headed home Lionel Messi’s corner during Inter Miami’s 1-1 draw with Chicago Fire, making it three goals in three MLS appearances.
All three have been headers.
Three games, three goals, three headers
Casemiro has now scored in three consecutive MLS matches:
vs CF Montréal. Header.
vs Atlanta United. Header.
vs Chicago Fire. Header.
Inter Miami highlighted the statistic after his latest goal: three headed goals in three games.
Casemiro scores again against Chicago Fire
Inter Miami were trailing Chicago when Messi delivered a dangerous corner into the box.
Casemiro attacked the ball and powered a header into the net to make it 1-1.
It was another reminder that the former Manchester United midfielder remains a major aerial threat from set pieces.
Messi has assisted Casemiro twice
Messi has created Casemiro’s two most recent goals with corners, first against Atlanta United and then against Chicago Fire.
The pattern is simple: Messi delivers, Casemiro attacks the space and wins the aerial duel.
Casemiro’s first Miami goal came against Montréal
The run began against CF Montréal, when Casemiro headed home from a Telasco Segovia corner during Inter Miami’s 7-1 victory.
It was his first goal for the club and the start of an unexpected scoring streak.
Manchester United fans are noticing
Casemiro’s latest goal quickly generated reaction among Manchester United supporters online.
Several fans admitted they already miss his presence during attacking corners.
Some suggested United no longer possess the same set-piece threat, while others called for the Brazilian to return.
The reaction had already begun after his first Miami goal, with supporters noting that it was no surprise his first MLS goal had arrived with his head.
Casemiro was a major threat from corners at Old Trafford
Casemiro built a reputation at Manchester United for attacking dead-ball situations aggressively.
His timing, positioning and bravery made him difficult to defend from corners and wide free-kicks.
He scored several important headed goals for United, and Inter Miami are now benefiting from the same quality.
His aerial threat is based on timing
Casemiro is not the tallest player on the pitch, but he consistently wins headers through movement and timing.
He reads the delivery, attacks space early and times his jump extremely well.
That allows him to beat taller defenders inside crowded penalty areas.
Messi is giving Casemiro the service he needs
At Manchester United, Bruno Fernandes often supplied dangerous deliveries for Casemiro. At Inter Miami, Messi is beginning to perform a similar role.
Messi’s corners provide exactly the service Casemiro can attack.
Two goals from that combination suggest opponents will now have to plan specifically for it.
Casemiro is even playing in defence
Casemiro has not always operated in midfield for Inter Miami. Against Chicago Fire, he was used in the defensive line.
Despite playing deeper, he remained a major attacking weapon at set pieces.
His Manchester United exit is being revisited
Casemiro left Manchester United after his contract expired and joined Inter Miami as a free agent.
There had been debate over whether United should extend his stay, given his age, wages and physical decline.
However, his immediate impact in MLS has restarted the conversation among supporters.
The question is whether United have replaced his unique qualities, particularly in the penalty area.
United may be missing his goals more than expected
Casemiro’s value was never limited to defensive midfield work. He regularly scored from corners, free-kicks and late runs into the box.
Those goals can be difficult to replace because they often decide tight matches.
His scoring run in Miami has reminded United fans of that contribution.
The reaction should be kept in perspective
Not every Manchester United supporter regrets Casemiro’s departure, as his final period at Old Trafford produced mixed opinions.
But a noticeable section of the fanbase is openly admitting that his aerial threat is already being missed.
United fans are watching from afar
Three goals in three MLS matches would already be impressive for a midfielder. Scoring all three with headers makes the run even more unusual.
Casemiro has turned attacking corners into one of Inter Miami’s most dangerous weapons.
Three matches. Three headers. Three goals.
The Brazilian has reminded his former club’s fans exactly what he could offer inside the opposition penalty area.
Manchester United no longer have Casemiro attacking their corners, and some supporters are already missing it badly.
