Manchester United Legend Paul Scholes Speaks on Performance of Nigerian Goalkeeper Francis Uzoho in UEL

• Francis Uzoho produced a fine performance in Omonia Nicosia’s 1-0 loss to Manchester United in the Europa League
• The Nigerian goalkeeper made 11 crucial saves to deny strikers Cristiano Ronaldo, Antony and Marcus Rashford
• United legend Paul Scholes admitted the Nigerian did well during the game but said he did not make unbelievable saves

Manchester United legend Paul Scholes has downplayed Francis Uzoho’s performance for Omonia Nicosia against the Red Devils in the UEFA Europa League.

The Nigerian international was made to face a fiery attacking force at Old Trafford against the legendary Cristiano Ronaldo, plus Antony and Marcus Rashford.

The 23-year-old made 11 incredible saves during the encounter and gave the home team a frustrating time, before they eventually grabbed a goal in stoppage time through Scott McTominay.

Due to an injury to Omonia’s first choice Fabiano, Super Eagles goalkeeper Uzoho made the starting lineup. He made multiple crucial saves during the encounter, making headlines too.

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Speaking on BT Sport however, Paul Scholes said via Complete Sports:

“I actually do feel sorry for [Uzoho] a bit. Let’s have it right, it was the right result. [United were] so dominant in both games really. Sloppiness in front of goal though, United have saved themselves some embarrassment there."

“The keeper didn’t make any saves you wouldn’t expect him to make. United’s finishing wasn’t quite there. The goalkeeper was good. I don’t think he made saves that were unbelievable. I think it was a mixture of poor finishing as well."

“He was lucky. He saved almost everything. He was great, don’t get me wrong, but he saved everything he should have saved.”

Omonia boss praises Francis Uzoho

Sports Brief earlier reported that Francis Uzoho produced his best goalkeeping performance during his team's match with Manchester United in the Europa League.

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As the match continued in the first half, Uzoho looked like a man on a mission, stopping everything thrown his way.

Omonia boss Neil Lennon showered his team with praise, singling out Uzoho for his phenomenal performance. Nevertheless, he wished his side had kept the ball better and secured a historic result at Old Trafford.