[Watch] Onana error puts Manchester United's European dreams in jeopardy after Burnley draw

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[Watch] Onana error puts Manchester United's European dreams in jeopardy after Burnley draw

Ayoola Kelechi 23:12 - 27.04.2024

Manchester United's hopes of making Europe have suffered a blow after their disappointing draw at home to Burnley

Manchester United's hopes for European football faced a setback as they were held to a draw by a resurgent Burnley side in a crucial matchup. The draw leaves Manchester United's European aspirations hanging in the balance.

Onana's Costly Mistake

Goalkeeper Andre Onana's error proved to be the turning point of the match, putting Manchester United's European dreams in jeopardy.

Onana was at fault for conceding Burnley’s late penalty after an outrageous foul on Burnley’s Zeki Amdouni in the penalty area. Amdouni recovered from the foul to slot home the resulting penalty kick as Onana was unable to atone for his error.

Costly error erases Manchester United lead

Despite creating opportunities early on, Manchester United struggled to break through Burnley's defence. The match started with both teams creating chances, with Manchester United's attackers being tested by Burnley's resilience.

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Manchester United managed to take the lead late in the game through Antony, giving them a glimmer of hope for securing a crucial victory. However, Onana's error in the dying minutes of the game allowed Burnley to equalise, squandering Manchester United's lead and leaving them with a bitter draw.

Onana's Performance Despite Error

Despite the penalty incident, Onana still had a decent outing for Manchester United, making six saves including four from inside the 18-yard box. However, his costly mistake overshadowed his otherwise solid performance.

The draw against Burnley deals a blow to Manchester United's European aspirations, leaving them in a precarious position in their push for European qualification. With Onana's error proving to be a significant setback, Manchester United must regroup and refocus in their remaining matches to salvage their European dreams.

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