Manchester United faced a setback in their Champions League aspirations with a disappointing performance from goalkeeper Andre Onana, allowing Galatasaray to secure a 3-3 draw in a thrilling match in Istanbul.
Despite displaying moments of brilliance and holding a two-goal lead on two occasions, defensive errors from Onana jeopardized United’s chances, placing them at the bottom of Group A.
With their knockout phase prospects hanging in the balance, United must now rely on the outcome of the Copenhagen vs. Bayern Munich match. If Copenhagen wins, United faces elimination, though there remains a chance to qualify for the Europa League.
Erik ten Hag’s team initially dominated with impressive goals from Alejandro Garnacho and Bruno Fernandes within the first 18 minutes. Onana’s struggles to thwart Hakim Ziyech’s free-kick allowed Galatasaray to get back into the game before halftime. United seemed to regain control with Scott McTominay’s goal early in the second half, making it 3-1.
However, Onana’s second glaring error led to Ziyech’s second goal, and Galatasaray levelled the score with an explosive finish from substitute Kerem Akturkoglu.
The match concluded with a dramatic back-and-forth, featuring a missed opportunity by Wilfried Zaha for Galatasaray and a striking of the upright by Fernandes. United’s fate in the Champions League is no longer solely in their hands, adding uncertainty to their journey as they head into their final game against Bayern Munich.