Manchester United’s Casemiro and Diogo Dalot took a brief respite from their intense pursuit of a top-four finish on Monday evening, opting for a relaxed dinner outing in Manchester. They chose Piccolino in Hale, an exclusive enclave in Cheshire known for its popularity among both City and United players, accompanied by their respective partners.

Diogo Dalot recently proposed to Claudia Lopes in March after attending a Chris Brown concert together in Manchester, marking a significant milestone in their relationship. In contrast, Casemiro has been married to Anna Mariana since 2014, and they share two children, Sara and Caio.

The camaraderie between Dalot and Casemiro has deepened since Casemiro’s high-profile transfer from Real Madrid to Manchester United last summer, a move that reinforced their friendship. In a November 2022 interview with the club’s website, Casemiro singled out Dalot as one of his closest confidants within the squad. Both players seized a break in United’s demanding fixture schedule, which included a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Aston Villa on Sunday.

United’s triumph at Old Trafford ensured they maintained fourth place, keeping pace with Newcastle, who currently hold third place just two points ahead. Aston Villa, managed by Unai Emery, had been riding a wave of success with a 10-match unbeaten streak before succumbing to Bruno Fernandes’ decisive 39th-minute strike, which sealed victory for United just before halftime.

Despite Fernandes’ match-winning goal, his performance attracted scrutiny from teammates, prompting a heated post-match discussion between him and Casemiro, captured vividly by Sky Sports cameras. Both players appeared visibly impassioned, reflecting their commitment to the team’s success. Manager Erik ten Hag later commended their display of resilience and spirit, describing it as a testament to their competitive spirit and dedication to the club’s ambitions.