Manchester United outcast Andre Onana has come under fierce criticism after his blunder in Cameroon’s 1-0 World Cup qualifying defeat to Cape Verde, with fans branding him the “worst goalkeeper alive” on social media.
Andre Onana’s struggles have deepened after the Manchester United goalkeeper was heavily criticised for his role in Cameroon’s shock 1-0 defeat to Cape Verde in their 2026 World Cup qualifier.
The Calamity Moment
The decisive moment came when Dailon Livramento broke through on goal, and rather than rushing off his line, Onana stayed rooted in position. His delayed reaction allowed the Cape Verde forward to slot home with ease, leaving fans furious at what they saw as poor decision-making and a lack of confidence.
On social media, the reaction was brutal. One user on X fumed: “Onana is truly the worst goalkeeper alive. The goal he just conceded for Cameroon is so bad. He doesn’t come off his line and close the angle; he stays in goal until the striker is two feet away.”
Another fan wrote: “That dive was utterly reactive and had no intent in it beyond just getting down. Even a semi-pro keeper would’ve charged at the striker in this situation.”
The recurring sight of Onana pulling up his socks after conceding goals also became a target of mockery among fans.
A Career at a Crossroads
It has been a difficult two years for Onana since making a £47.2 million move from Inter Milan to Manchester United. Once signed as the long-term replacement for David de Gea, the 29-year-old now finds himself surplus to requirements at Old Trafford following the arrival of Belgian keeper Senne Lammens.
Confidence appears to be in short supply, with his international form mirroring his club struggles.
What’s Next for Onana?
Onana is expected to finalise a loan move to Trabzonspor before the Turkish transfer window closes on Thursday. A fresh start in the Super Lig may offer him the chance to rediscover the form that once made him one of Europe’s most highly-rated goalkeepers.
But as criticism mounts, both for club and country, the pressure is greater than ever on the Cameroon international to silence his doubters.
