Galatasaray vs Man United: Chelsea Fans Hail Hakim Ziyech for Denting Red Devils' UCL Last 16 Hopes

Galatasaray vs Man United: Chelsea Fans Hail Hakim Ziyech for Denting Red Devils' UCL Last 16 Hopes

Fred Kennedy
updated at November 30, 2023 at 8:25 AM
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  • Hakim Ziyech has earned plaudits from Chelsea fans for netting a brace vs Man United
  • The winger was twice on target for Galatasaray during their UCL meeting on Wednesday
  • The Moroccan joined the Turkish side in a season-long loan until the end of the season

Chelsea fans are raving over Hakim Ziyech's performance for Galatasaray against Manchester United during the two teams' Champions League meeting on Wednesday night.

Ziyech played a pivotal role in helping Galatasaray stage a dramatic comeback to hold United to a 3-3 draw in the Group A clash played at RAMS Park.

Hakim Ziyech in action during the UEFA Champions League match between FC Bayern Munchen and Galatasaray A.S. at Allianz Arena. Photo by Sebastian Frej.
Hakim Ziyech in action during the UEFA Champions League match between FC Bayern Munchen and Galatasaray A.S. at Allianz Arena. Photo by Sebastian Frej.
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According to The Guardian, the Red Devils bagged the opener via Alejandro Garnacho before Bruno Fernandes made it 2-0 in the 18th minute.

However, Ziyech helped the hosts pull one back in the 29th minute, with the winger scoring from the free-kick.

Scott McTominay thought he had won it for United in the 55th minute, only for Ziyech to make it 3-2 with another free-kick shortly after.

Muhammed Kerem Aktürkoğlu went on to make it 3-3 in the 71st minute as the tie ended in a 3-3 thrilling draw.

Chelsea fans in love with Ziyech

Chelsea fans could not help but take to social media to praise Ziyech for his role in helping dent United's chances of qualifying for the last 16 of the Champions League.

@CFC_Janty posted:

"Two goals. One assist. Thank you Hakim Ziyech ❤️"

@GeorgeAnagli added:

"Ziyech, I love what you’re cooking. Don’t stop."

@oyimzy noted:

"Hakim Ziyech played his part, Chelsea through and through."

@nyannthierry concluded:

"Hakim Ziyech doing it big for Galatasaray against Manchester United in the UCL brings me so much joy ❤️"

Meanwhile, Ziyech joined Galatasaray on loan during the summer until the end of the ongoing season.

90Min reports that the Turkish giants have an option to make his stay permanent.

Onana blamed for Galatasaray draw

Earlier, Sports Brief reported a section of fans had faulted Andre Onana after Manchester United surrendered a 3-1 lead to draw 3-3 against Galatasaray in the Champions League.

United went into the Wednesday night clash needing nothing short of a positive result to boost their chances of booking a spot in the last 16 of the European tournament.

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