Manchester United suffered a 0-2 defeat to Real Madrid in a game that took place at the NRG Stadium in Houston, Texas as part of the club’s pre-season campaign.

Goals from Jude Bellingham and Joselu in both halves were enough to secure Los Blancos’ victory over United.

Erik ten Hag’s army holds the ball 57% compared to 43% of Real Madrid.

Both sides made 15 shots on target and 5 shots on target. The Reds made 575 passes with a pass accuracy rate of 89%. Madrid made less than 15 passes with an 87% success rate.

Entering the match, almost all eyes were on Andre Onana.

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Ten Hag ended up handing him the starting place against Madrid and the save keeper did not disappoint.

Onana made three saves during the 90 minutes. Two people, in particular, were particularly important and helped United continue the game.

One such save came in the first half when he was beaten by Vinicius Jr. Make a strong shot with the left hand. The other table was when he used his foot to block Joselu’s efforts.

It’s important to note that all three saves were made from inside the box.

The former Inter Milan player made a sweep and succeeded.

He also puts a high demand – going out to collect crosses and command the box is something United have been sorely lacking in over the years and it is refreshing that Onana has shown how he excelled in those games. that aspect of the game.

The 27-year-old had an incredible 51 touches and shot with a 95 percent pass accuracy.

Onana attempted a long pass to find his teammate five times and succeeded four times – a remarkable display of his ability to hold the ball at his feet (Stats obtained from Sofascore).

If his performance against Madrid is anything to go by, Onana’s signing has the potential to change the game for United and the way they play in the future.