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Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana's bold claim about beating Lyon sparks outrage in France, uniting media and opponents against him.
Cameroon and Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana has found himself at the center of controversy ahead of United’s crucial Europa League quarter-final tie against Lyon.
The 29-year-old gloveman made some pre-match comments that have triggered an intense backlash from the French media and seemingly ignited a fire in the Lyon dressing room.
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Onana claimed Manchester United are superior to their French opponents in a statement that has reverberated strongly across the channel and added extra spice to an already high-stakes encounter.
“We all know the importance of this game, we will go there with the winning mentality,” Onana told journalists ahead of Thursday’s clash in Lyon as per Centredevils.
“We have to go there and show who we are. If we are focused, stay compact and together and follow the gameplan we will be winning the game. Of course it’s not going to be easy but I think we are way better than them.”
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The former Inter Milan goalminder's remarks have not been received lightly. Leading French football site Olympique-et-Lyonnnais.com declared:
“If Paulo Fonseca’s men still lacked a little motivation, Andre Onana served them on a plate.”
Another publication, Made In Foot, echoed the sentiment, stating: “Statements that could well become a motivational force for Fonseca’s men, determined to prove the Manchester goalkeeper wrong.”
Onana claims Manchester United will win Europa League
Onana’s statement comes at a difficult time for Manchester United, who remain languishing in 13th place in the Premier League following a goalless draw with rivals Manchester City.
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Lyon, on the other hand, are enjoying a resurgence, currently sitting fifth in Ligue 1 and showing greater consistency than their English counterparts.
The French press was quick to pounce. Football site SoFoot didn’t hold back, writing: “Stuck in a dismal thirteenth place in the Premier League, Manchester United would do well to turn their goalkeeper’s words into action.”
The criticism of Onana is not limited to his recent comments as his on-field performances have come under scrutiny throughout the season, with several high-profile errors causing concern among United staff.
One glaring example came in a match against Ipswich, where his poor positioning and failure to communicate with teammate Patrick Dorgu led to a simple goal for Jaden Philogene.
Lyon fans angry after Onana's Europa League comments
The backlash may have handed Lyon a psychological edge. Reports suggest that Paulo Fonseca’s squad has taken Onana’s comments personally and are using them as fuel for the upcoming clash.
“Motivation is no longer an issue,” one source close to the Lyon camp reportedly said.
“The team wants to show the world—and Onana—what they’re capable of.”
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Even among Manchester United’s fan base, reaction to Onana’s remarks has been mixed.
Some supporters believe the keeper’s words could backfire, especially if Lyon capitalizes on the momentum they've built. Others see it as a show of necessary confidence before such a pivotal match.
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