Man United can play against Lyon in the Europa League with this line-up, what do you think? 😏🔥 By the way, Amorim finally spoke about the conflict between Onana and Matic

Rúben Amorim Clarifies Onana-Matic Drama: “It’s All Just a Misunderstanding”

Manchester United head coach Rúben Amorim has downplayed the heated exchange between goalkeeper Andre Onana and Lyon’s Nemanja Matic, insisting the situation has been blown out of proportion.

The tension began when Onana’s confident pre-match remarks sparked backlash from Matic, who didn’t hold back, questioning Onana’s credibility and calling his comments disrespectful. However, Amorim stepped in to provide context.

“People didn’t get the full picture,” Amorim explained during his press conference ahead of the Europa League quarter-final clash. “The first thing Onana said was that Lyon is a very strong team. But sometimes, players only hear fragments of quotes and jump to conclusions. I know Matic personally—he’s a top professional. I believe this is all just a misunderstanding.”

Amorim emphasized that Onana wasn’t trying to belittle Lyon, but rather boost morale in a United squad that’s been under constant fire this season.

“There’s no disrespect if you actually listen to everything Andre said,” the United boss continued. “He was simply backing his team, showing some belief in our ability. Given how much negativity has surrounded United lately, someone needs to step up with confidence. I think Matic just heard part of it and took it the wrong way.”

With the match looming, Amorim is eager to shift attention back to the football itself. But regardless of how things play out on the pitch, this off-field misunderstanding has added extra spice to what was already a highly anticipat

ed showdown.