The Nigerian goalkeeper has been an object of ridicule in recent times, but his show at the theatre of dream sent shockwaves to many fans
Fans took to social media to praise Super Eagles goalkeeper Francis Uzoho for his superb performance for Omonia Nicosia in their 1-0 loss to Manchester United.
Uzoho was handed a rare start for Omonia when they traveled to Old Trafford to take on English giants Manchester United.
A lot of fans expected the Red Devils to run over Omonia. Also, Uzoho’s shaky record and lack of game time at his club made one almost sure that the Cypriot Champions would suffer a big blow at the theatre of dreams.
However, it was not the case. Manchester United ran Omonia ragged on the night. Rashford was sharp, and Ronaldo was always lurking around for opportunities.
Nonetheless, Uzoho stood tall making saves upon saves to keep his team in the game.
The 23-year-old made twelve saves, five of which were from point-blank range.
Unfortunately for Uzoho, he was unable to stop Scott McTominay’s 91st-minute shot that found its way into the net to seal a 1-0 victory for Manchester United.
Even though Manchester United won, Uzoho was the man of the night, as fans have showered encomiums on the Super Eagles star for his spectacular show.
Only one GOAT in this picture. He's a black man. https://t.co/aZ8CtC7Wqn
— Man from Alabama (@KelvinOma_) October 13, 2022
Give this guy Balon d'Or abeg pic.twitter.com/4QxXljopQg
— Man from Alabama (@KelvinOma_) October 13, 2022
Francis Uzoho with a street-wise performance tonight. He guarded that goal like Thanos with his infinity stones. 37-year-old Ronaldo kept quiet tonight, It’d have been same even against prime Ronaldo. 12 saves and 7 recoveries.
A performance Manuel Neuer would be proud of. 👏🏾 🇳🇬 pic.twitter.com/A0FbHcKUOw
— Dez (@dezfootie) October 13, 2022
The spirit that makes Uzoho shakes in the Super Eagles shirt, DIE BY FIRE!
😎
— Adepoju Tobi Samuel 🇳🇬 (@OgaNlaMedia) October 13, 2022
Regardless of how this game finishes, this will be a game Francis Uzoho will never forget, what a performance pic.twitter.com/DM5pzk6QSE
— FootballJOE (@FootballJOE) October 13, 2022
Na today, Uzoho wan end the debate with Maduka.
He don end am sef.
😂
— Adepoju Tobi Samuel 🇳🇬 (@OgaNlaMedia) October 13, 2022
Francis Uzoho whenever a Manchester United player shoots the ball pic.twitter.com/UfofhU7sop
— IG: footy.memes.21 (@footymemes21) October 13, 2022
Super Eagles Goalkeeping Nightmares are over
Uzoho will deliver the 2026 World Cup👏 starting with the next Afcon trophy pic.twitter.com/EyKtLS0h3J
— Sarafina Napoleon (@FinaNapoleon) October 13, 2022
Francis Uzoho just reminded all Nigerians of Vincent Enyeama.
Undisputed Super Eagles number one at the moment, so sad he won’t be at the World Cup. pic.twitter.com/xGXTImJ7n5
— George I. Essien (@iamMightyGeorge) October 13, 2022
Uzoho using this Manchester United game and Old Trafford performance to sell himself. Drafted in as a replacement for the 1st choice goalkeeper but as Naija man no dey carry last – e don upgrade him value. 😂👏🏼🔥
— E (@iamOkon) October 13, 2022
Francis Uzoho trending worldwide for good reasons, I'm happy for him.
The support he got tonight, even from Nigerians who are Man Utd supporters proves that with consistent performance in the Super Eagles, people will show him love.
He needs to start playing regular games.
— Adepoju Tobi Samuel 🇳🇬 (@OgaNlaMedia) October 13, 2022
Going off #mufc's history of signing back-up goalkeepers who have had a good game against them (Heaton, Grant, Dubravka), Uzoho must fancy his chances of a transfer in a couple of years.
— Samuel Luckhurst (@samuelluckhurst) October 13, 2022
Francis Uzoho is on fire tonight against Manchester United 🔥 pic.twitter.com/J2CzXcBO2r
— CfcSheikh (@CfcSheikh) October 13, 2022
Omonia's goalkeeper Francis Uzoho tonight pic.twitter.com/VKLmdFdgV4
— ODDSbible (@ODDSbible) October 13, 2022
I really like how Manchester United's official handle recognized Francis Uzoho tonight.
We are class. Football without bitterness. 👏🏻👏🏻
— Uncle Wilson™ (@iam_wilsons) October 13, 2022
Uzoho turns prime Manuel Neuer playing against his boyhood club at Old Trafford. Rashford has tried everything against him – good saves everytime from the Nigerian goalkeeper.
— E (@iamOkon) October 13, 2022
Francis Uzoho was the real winner tonight 👏 pic.twitter.com/2epR5xVcTj
— ESPN UK (@ESPNUK) October 13, 2022
Uzoho has achieved one of his many dreams tonight.
Nothing beats his smiles for me 🤗 pic.twitter.com/LZnN051UQq
— Thierry Nyann 🇬🇭 (@nyannthierry) October 13, 2022
Francis Uzoho pictured with two goats 🐐
Messi in 2018
Ronaldo in 2022 pic.twitter.com/lw1WDLULjv— Ade (@AdemolaVictorTv) October 13, 2022
🇳🇬 Francis Uzoho put up a man of the match performance against Manchester United at Old Trafford making an outstanding 12 saves.
When the draw was made months ago, Uzoho tweeted “I go for sure die for that post”
I guess he died on the pitch tonight. pic.twitter.com/hc1e50uF7h
— Owuraku Ampofo (@_owurakuampofo) October 13, 2022
I dey clap for Uzoho, I don forget say i be Man U fan pic.twitter.com/pLDIA7jDWP
— victor⭐ (@Heisvictor4) October 13, 2022
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