Europa League: Man Utd Stumbles, Onana & Eriksen Impress
Man United dropped points in their opening Europa League match, stumbling to a disappointing 1-1 draw against Galatasaray in a match where Andre Onana and Christian Eriksen impressed.
It wasn't the start Erik ten Hag would have hoped for. United struggled to find their rhythm, looking rusty and uninspired in the opening half. They found themselves trailing after Bafetimbi Gomis bagged the opener for the Turkish side.
Onana kept United in the match with some crucial saves, including a truly world-class stop from a Kerem Akturkoglu rocket. He was a constant presence, commanding his penalty area and inspiring confidence in the defense. He really put on a show for the fans, showcasing his skills and proving why United paid big bucks for him.
Eriksen was the main man on the attack, pulling the strings in midfield with his trademark passing range and creativity. He was instrumental in United's equaliser, threading a beautiful ball through to Amad Diallo, who finished with a composed finish. Eriksen looked sharp and lively, showing that he's back to his best after a long injury layoff.
Despite the draw, there were positives for Ten Hag to take. The team showed good resilience, coming back from a goal down to get a point. The new boys were impressive, proving they have the quality to make a difference.
**It wasn't the perfect start, but there's still plenty of time to make amends. Next up is a home match against Trabzonspor, where United will be looking to bounce back and get their campaign up and running. **