Manchester United and Fenerbahçe played to a 1-1 draw in a UEFA Europa League match, with both teams showcasing their strengths at the Sukru Saracoglu Stadium. After the game, André Onana expressed disappointment, stating, “We are going back angry because we came here to win… it is a big disappointment.”
José Mourinho, Fenerbahçe’s manager, was sent off during the match, leading to a heated exchange regarding a penalty incident. He commented on the referee’s incredible ability to observe both the penalty situation and his behavior, praising him for being one of the best officials in the world. Despite the drawn result, Mourinho emphasized his team’s strong performance, crediting Onana for making crucial saves that preserved the draw.
In the match summary, Fenerbahçe performed better in the first half, while Manchester United dominated the second half, yet both teams scored during their less impressive spells. The result leaves Manchester United positioned at 21st place in the group, with Fenerbahçe ahead of them.
The game was marked by Antony’s unfortunate injury, which led to his substitution in the late stages. As United gears up for a future match against PAOK Salonika at Old Trafford, the squad remains winless in the competition but has navigated another challenging away game.