Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has come to the defense of his goalkeeper, Andre Onana, following a recent misunderstanding with Lyon midfielder Nemanja Matic ahead of their Europa League quarter-final first leg. Amorim explained that Onana’s comments were taken out of context and that there was no intention to disrespect Lyon. He pointed out that Onana had actually praised the French side, calling them “a very, very good team,” but that the full message was likely overlooked, leading to confusion.
Amorim emphasized that Matic, whom he described as a “great guy,” might have responded based on incomplete information. He stressed that Onana’s remarks were meant to boost confidence within the Manchester United squad, which has endured a season filled with negativity and criticism. According to the manager, it’s important for someone in the team to express belief, especially when so many have doubted them. He maintained that there was no trace of disrespect in Onana’s full statement, only a show of support for his teammates.
As tensions simmer ahead of the highly anticipated clash, Amorim appears keen to steer the narrative back to the pitch, brushing off the controversy as a simple case of miscommunication between two professionals.
