'Are you Schmeichel in disguise?' Lammens serenaded on Man Utd debut

The news focuses on Manchester United's recent match, highlighting the debut of 23-year-old goalkeeper Senne Lammens, who was signed from Royal Antwerp for £18.1 million on deadline day. Despite the team's win, the content centers on the goalkeeping situation, with fans expressing desperation for an alternative to Altay Bayindir and Andre Onana, as evidenced by their humorous chant comparing Lammens to legendary goalkeeper Peter Schmeichel.

Fan expectations for goalkeeping have significantly dropped, with simple actions like a catch being cheered loudly. Lammens managed to keep his first clean sheet of the season, but not without mishaps, including a risky dash from his goal in the second half that could have ended disastrously, though it resulted in a booking for an opposing player for diving.

Lammens' performance included two key saves: a low stop to deny Granit Xhaka's long-range effort, showcasing his agility, and another where he stood firm to repel Chemsdine Talbi with his legs, demonstrating confidence and competence that Bayindir lacks. These moments raised questions about why head coach Ruben Amorim waited four games to debut him.

Amorim explained that Lammens needed time to adapt to a new country and training, and the media pressure on goalkeepers required preparation before his first start, as Bayindir was initially playing. Lammens can now reflect on his performance during international duty, with upcoming fixtures against Liverpool and Brighton highlighting the need to quickly address flaws in his game.