Onana saves penalty Manchester United Copenhagen

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WATCH: Scenes! Man Utd hero Andre Onana saves last-second Copenhagen penalty after Rasmus Hojlund's brother Oscar helps force spot-kick

Andre Onana turned hero for Manchester United as he ensured a crucial three points with a last-gasp penalty save in the Champions League.

Onana turns hero for United
Saved last-second penalty
United beat Copenhagen 1-0

WHAT HAPPENED? The Cameroonian goalkeeper secured United's first win in the Champions League this season as he saved a Copenhagen penalty in the 97th minute, just seconds before the full-time whistle.

Earlier, Harry Maguire had scored the only goal of the match in the 72nd minute.

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THE BIGGER PICTURE: The former Inter star somewhat redeemed himself with the heroic save on Tuesday after a rocky start to his journey with the Red Devils this season. He has been criticised on several occasions for sloppy goalkeeping. The 27-year-old has conceded 20 goals in 13 matches thus far.

WHAT NEXT? Erik ten Hag's side will now shift their focus on the Manchester derby as they face arch-rivals City on Sunday in the Premier League.