Manchester United fans have gotten their own back on social media today following Liverpool's 1-0 defeat to AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League's early kickoff on Saturday.
19.02.2023 - 23:49 / manchestereveningnews.co.uk
David de Gea's clean sheet in the victory over Leicester City on Sunday means that the goalkeeper has now recorded the joint-highest clean sheets for Manchester United.
The Spanish shot-stopper made two spectacular saves for Erik ten Hag's side in the 3-0 victory over the Foxes at Old Trafford, with Marcus Rashford (2) and Jadon Sancho both on the scoresheet for the home side. De Gea is now level with Reds legend Peter Schmeichel on 180 clean sheets, having made 521 appearances for the club since he arrived from Atletico Madrid in June 2011.
It took the 32-year-old, who also holds the 10th-most appearances for United, more matches than Schmeichel to reach the milestone but the goalkeeper will, without a doubt, go on to smash the record before he leaves Old Trafford.
ALSO READ: Rashford gives honest United verdict and explains what they need to improve
De Gea has been in superb form for Ten Hag's men this term, with only Newcastle United goalkeeper Nick Pope registering more clean sheets (12) than the Spaniard so far this season. His clean sheet against the Foxes was his 140th in the top-flight and 10th this season. He made a stunning save to deny Harvey Barnes in the first half on Sunday, before making another great stop from Kelechi Iheanacho with the game still goalless.
He also bagged a record fourth Players' Player of the Year award last campaign and played every single minute of United's 2021/22 Premier League season. The shot-stopper has won the Premier League, FA Cup, League Cup and Europa League during his time at Old Trafford.
Having now matched the same tally as fellow United legend Schmeichel, De Gea will be aiming to surpass the Dane on Thursday night, with the Reds welcoming Barcelona to Old Trafford for
Manchester United fans have gotten their own back on social media today following Liverpool's 1-0 defeat to AFC Bournemouth in the Premier League's early kickoff on Saturday.
Joaquin admission
Real Betis captain Joaquin admitted it will be difficult for the Spanish side to progress to the next round of the Europa League after losing heavily to Manchester United in the first leg of their last-16 tie.
Real Betis manager Manuel Pellegrini insisted his side would not give up in their Europa League tie with Manchester United, despite losing 4-1 in the first leg.
Manchester United loanee Amad was keen to praise Reds youngster Facundo Pellistri after his impressive cameo performance in the victory over Real Betis in the Europa League.
Manchester United manager Erik ten Hag has been criticised by Paul Merson for opting to play Wout Weghorst in the deeper number 10 role against Liverpool.
Manchester United's supporters have called on Erik ten Hag to name a strong starting line-up for the Europa League clash with Real Betis on Thursday night.
Manchester United's Europa League opponents Real Betis held Spanish champions Real Madrid to a 0-0 draw this weekend in their final outing before the round of 16 first leg.
Lisandro Martinez does not rank within Manchester United’s top four most important players, according to Gary Neville, who included David de Gea in his list.
Leicester City boss Brendan Rodgers has compared James Maddison to Manchester United midfielder Casemiro - saying both players have the ability to improve those around them.
Former Manchester United manager Sir Alex Ferguson has congratulated goalkeeper David de Gea after he registered a record-breaking 181st clean sheet for the club during Sunday's 2-0 Carabao Cup final triumph over Newcastle United at Wembley.
Erik ten Hag has admitted it can be 'difficult' for Manchester United's players because of frequent references to the club's history. The Dutchman also confirmed that criticism from club legends in the media can affect members of the dressing room.
Jamie Carragher says that if the season ended now, Marcus Rashford would be voted as the Premier League’s player of the season.
Manchester United legend Peter Schmeichel criticised Bruno Fernandes for a 'stupid' mistake and urged him to 'get a grip' after he conceded a penalty against Barcelona in the Europa League on Thursday night.
David de Gea has praised Manchester United for defeating Barcelona in the Europa League, despite conceding an early penalty.
Leicester City midfielder James Maddison reaggravated an ongoing knee issue during the 3-0 defeat against Manchester United and need to assess the player's fitness ahead of the weekend's match against Arsenal.
Newcastle United manager Eddie Howe has urged Loris Karius to 'rewrite the story of his career' as he prepares to start against Manchester United in the Carabao Cup final on Sunday.
Manchester United welcome Barcelona to Old Trafford on Thursday with both teams carrying a chance of progressing to the last 16 of the UEFA Europa League. Courtesy of a Marcus Rashford strike and Jules Kounde's own goal, United emerged from Spain with an impressive 2-2 draw in the first leg of their knockout tie and were unfortunate to not win the game.
Jadon Sancho is back with a bang for Manchester United and has the platform to become the "superstar" that former Liverpool favourite Jamie Carragher predicted upon his arrival.
Peter Schmeichel congratulated David de Gea after the Spaniard equalled his tally for the most clean sheets for Manchester United.