Bruno Fernandes praised 'top class' Altay Bayindir after the Manchester United goalkeeper's heroics against Arsenal.
The Turkey international, who is Andre Onana's back-up, made only his fifth league appearance for the Red Devils since joining from Fenerbahçe in September 2023.
And he made the most of his rare opportunity by saving Martin Odegaard's penalty in the second half, while also denying Kai Havertz in the shootout as Ruben Amorim's side won 5-3 after a 1-1 draw in the Emirates.
Fernandes was full of praise for his teammate.
“It's a big moment for him, the first penalty and another save here, and we're very happy for him,” the Man Utd captain told BBC Sport. “It's difficult to be a second goalkeeper, he came here to play.
“Whenever he gets his chance, he is top class for us. He is top class in training. He is always there for everyone and he really deserves this moment.”
Bayindir, meanwhile, stressed the importance of being ready to seize any opportunity that arises.
“I'm just helping my team,” he said. “I work every day. I'm patient. I just want to help this great team. I want to make everyone happy for this great club. I work here every day.”
“If you don't play it doesn't matter. You have to be ready every minute, every second. If you are a Man Utd player you have to be ready all the time.”
About Amorim, he added: “We love him and he always tries to do his best. He has a very good relationship with the players, and we trust him, he trusts us. We fight together.”
What an achievement from this man.#MUFC || #FACup pic.twitter.com/a7v4c8ItKI
— Manchester United (@ManUtd” >@ManUtd) January 12, 2025
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