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Manchester United’s Amorim Backs Onana for Europa League Decider
Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has confirmed that goalkeeper Andre Onana is poised to rejoin the starting XI for Thursday’s crucial Europa Leaguefixture against Lyon. Despite recent intense scrutiny and being benched for the Premier League match against Newcastle United, Onana, 29, will return to the lineup for what is considered Manchester United’s most significant game of the season.
Onana to Start Against Lyon
Amorim clarified his decision to reinstate the under-fire goalkeeper, stating, “Onana will play tomorrow. As a former coach and player, I aim to support players in challenging situations. Player management extends beyond physical aspects to mental well-being. My decision this week is to have Andre Onana play.”
This show of confidence from Amorim follows Onana’s two errors in the previous week’s 2-2 draw against Lyon in the first leg of the Europa League tie.
Pressure on Onana to Perform
Prior to the upcoming match, Onana increased the pressure on himself through a public disagreement with former Manchester United player Nemanja Matic. Onana had asserted that the Red Devils were “way better” than Lyon.
Matic, currently playing for Lyon, responded dismissively, labeling Onana as “one of the worst goalkeepers in United’s history.”
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Following a disappointing performance in France, Onana will now have the opportunity to redeem himself at Old Trafford in this pivotal Europa League encounter.
Injury Blow: Zirkzee Season Over
In related news, Amorim announced a significant injury setback, confirming that Joshua Zirkzee will be sidelined for the remainder of the season.
Zirkzee sustained a hamstring injury during Sunday’s 4-1 defeat to Newcastle. The severity of the injury will keep him out for the rest of the current campaign, representing a major blow to Manchester United’s squad depth.
More updates to follow.