Manchester United’s Nightmare Start: One Error, One Goal, One Huge Debate | OneFootball

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·17 August 2025

Manchester United’s Nightmare Start: One Error, One Goal, One Huge Debate

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Calls Grow for World-Class Goalkeeper as Donnarumma Linked

Manchester United’s Nightmare Start: One Error, One Goal, One Huge Debate


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Manchester United’s Premier League campaign began in frustration after 1 -0 home defeat to Arsenal with Turkish goalkeeper Altay Bayindir facing heavy criticism for decisive error.

The Costly Mistake

Bayindir starting in place of injured Andre Onana misjudged cross after just 13 minute. His failed attempt to collect the ball allowed Riccardo Calafiori to score the only goal of the match.

The 27 year old’s appeals for foul were ignored sparking anger from United fans.

United legend Gary Neville stated during his analysis that Bayindir "should have been stronger" in the tackle adding that William Saliba did nothing wrong and the goal was simply the result of goalkeeper's error.

Supporters Demand Change

Fans intensified their calls after this match for top quality goalkeeper. Paris Saint Germain goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma was suggested as possible solution although Man City's also said to be monitoring him.

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