Manchester United is in the center of a field controversy after former Matic Nemanja Midfield shot Andre Onana before the end of the Europa League against Lyon.
Now, with the side of League 1, Matic was questioned by the recent observations of Onana, who suggested that United is “much better” than his French opponents.
The Serbian veteran midfielder, who made 189 appearances in United between 2017 and 2022, was not retained when he responded to his pre-party media duties.
Nemanja Matic makes a brutal excavation to Man United Andre Onana goalkeeper
Matic questioned the authority of Onana to make these comparisons, noting that only United’s iconic goalkeepers such as Edwin van der Sar, Peter Schmeichel or David de Gea had won the right to make daring statements about the club’s state.
It went even further, which implied that onana is one of the worst goalkeepers in the history of the United States: a harsh critique of the 36 -year -old midfielder.
As quoted through through BBC SportMatic commented:
“You know, I respect everyone, but to say that you have to give the answer.
“If you are one of the worst goalkeepers in Man United’s history, you need to take care of what you are talking about.
“If I were (Edwin) van der, (Peter) Schmeichel or (David) of Gea saying this, then I would question me. But you have to have coverage to say something like that.”
André Onana: Man Utd is “much better” than Lyon
Nemanja die ?:? pic.twitter.com/czbhfkgyp8
– Football B/R (@brfootball) April 9, 2025
Onana bites with the boost of her platform
Cameroonian goalkeeper replied quickly Xdenying any intention to despise Lyon. Onana clarified that her words were misrepresented and acknowledged Lyon’s quality, saying that United is preparing for a hard tie.
He also took the opportunity to highlight his contributions to Old Trafford, noting that he has already lifted the platforms with the club, which implied that not everyone can claim, making a mass excavation, who never won crockery with the Red Devils.
Would never be disrespectful of another club. We know that tomorrow will be a difficult game against a strong opponent.
We focus on preparing a performance to make our fans proud.
At least I lifted trophies with the largest club in the world. Some cannot say the same. pic.twitter.com/3easlriz3d
– Andre Onan (@andreoana) April 9, 2025
Word war is only added to the tension ahead of what is already a crucial confrontation. With United Languing at the Middle Table of the Premier League, the Europa League presents its best opportunity to rescue a disappointing season under Ruben Amorim.
For Matic, this tie represents a return with something to prove. During its five years in United, it was a reliable presence in the midfield. Now, he has the same impulse, which aims to have an impact on Lyon against his former club.
