It’s fair to say he wasn’t grooving to Fools Gold in his youth and his knowledge of the seminal Manchester band is limited, but he matches the spirit and vibe.
The Roses created anthemic, groundbreaking music that shaped a scene and soundtracked the lives of generations, but the band is about more than that. Their attitude, confidence and fearlessness made them working-class heroes to millions.
Cunha came from humble beginnings and has worked his life to play for a club like United, where his ability, character and flamboyance is embraced by supporters.
Matheus has enough swagger to front his own band and music is a big part of his life, as he exclusively tells issue one of our new United magazine.