Man United edge past Arsenal in penalty shootout, thanks to Bayindir

A bold decision by manager Ruben Amorim to start Altay Bayindir over Andre Onana in Manchester United's FA Cup clash against Arsenal paid off handsomely. The Turkish goalkeeper produced a man-of-the-match performance, helping the Red Devils secure a dramatic 5-3 penalty shootout victory.

There was a palpable sense of unease among United fans when Amorim named Bayindir in the starting lineup, with many questioning the decision to bench the experienced Onana. However, the 26-year-old quickly silenced his critics with a string of world-class saves throughout the match, including a crucial penalty stop from Arsenal captain Martin Odegaard. His performance was reminiscent of the peak years of former United number one, David de Gea.

Fans took to social media to shower Bayindir with praise, with many drawing comparisons to De Gea's heroic displays in the past. Some even suggested that Bayindir had unlocked a "De Gea 2017 mode."

With his stock rising rapidly, Bayindir has put down a serious marker for the number one spot at Old Trafford. However, with Onana still under contract, the battle for the gloves is far from over.