Siddharth Juyal
Manchester United legend Patrice Evra pleaded with the fanbase to support every player in the squad as Harry Maguire and Andre Onana shine.
Manchester United legend Patrice Evra begged the fanbase to support every player after heroics from Harry Maguire and Andre Onana. United beat FC Copenhagen 1-0 in their third Champions League match to register their first win in the competition.
The Red Devils are third in the Champions League Group A table after suffering losses in their first two games. United scored the only goal through a well-timed and perfectly placed header from Maguire in the 72nd minute. The surprisingly tight contest presented fewer clear-cut chances for the Red Devils throughout the match.
United conceded a penalty in the last moment after Scott McTominay caught Mohamed Elyounoussi with a high boot. However, Onana made a heroic save in a high-pressure situation to secure the victory for his team.
Evra used his Instagram platform to implore the Old Trafford fanbase to support each member of the team impartially. Maguire has faced heavy criticism from fans and football pundits since joining the Manchester giants in the summer of 2019.
The 30-year-old has failed to meet his high price tag due to inconsistencies and errors. However, the England international failed to receive any moral or physical support with many reputable players failing at the club. In April 2022, Maguire faced a bomb threat in his Manchester home where he lives with his now-wife and kids.
On the other hand, United signed Onana from Serie A side Inter Milan during the summer transfer window. United manager Erik ten Hag reunited with his former Ajax disciple as the 27-year-old succeeded United legend David De Gea.
The Cameroon international played a pivotal role in the historic Champions League final run for Inter last season. Onana struggled to make a similar impact for the Red Devils that he had in Serie A. The Cameroonian made some costly mistakes this season in his relatively young United career.
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We think that some criticisms of the two players were justified but the continuous bashing is neither constructive nor necessary. Onana and Maguire have shown their strong character and personality with their heroic performance to help United register the win.
