Manchester United faced another setback in their Champions League journey, courtesy of a nightmarish performance by goalkeeper Andre Onana, allowing Galatasaray to secure a draw in a thrilling match in Istanbul.
Despite Erik ten Hag’s team doing many things right and holding a two-goal lead twice, Onana’s mistakes provided Galatasaray with opportunities, leaving United at the bottom of Group A. Their chances of advancing to the knockout phase now hang in the balance as they approach their final game against Bayern Munich at home.
United, echoing their performance in the previous Champions League match in Copenhagen, initially dominated the game with impressive goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Bruno Fernandes within the first 18 minutes.
Onana’s unsuccessful attempt to block Hakim Ziyech’s free-kick allowed Galatasaray back into the game before halftime. Despite the hostile atmosphere, United seemed to regain control when Scott McTominay converted Aaron Wan-Bissaka’s cross 10 minutes into the second half, extending the lead to 3-1.
However, another blunder from Onana gifted Ziyech a second goal from a free-kick, leveling the score. Galatasaray’s substitute, Kerem Akturkoglu, then added to the drama with an explosive finish, bringing the teams even with 19 minutes remaining.
In a nail-biting conclusion, Wilfried Zaha missed a golden opportunity for Galatasaray, and Fernandes hit the upright, leaving United’s Champions League fate no longer in their control. The match’s twists and turns left fans on the edge of their seats, highlighting the unpredictability of football at its finest.
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