Jason Tindall’s verdict on Andre Onana

Newcastle coach Jason Tindall weighs in on Andre Onana debate ahead of Man Utd clash, ‘I wouldn’t say that…’

Dale O’Donnell
Dale O’Donnell
Fri 11 April 2025 20:30, UK
Newcastle assistant coach Jason Tindall has delivered his verdict on Andre Onana following a challenging week for the Manchester United goalkeeper.

After Manchester United’s 2-2 draw with Lyon in the first leg of their Europa League quarter-final tie, the Reds are preparing to face Newcastle in the Premier League.

The Magpies are looking to record their first league double over the Red Devils since the 1930/31 campaign and they’re currently on a three-game winning run.

Eddie Howe’s side are pushing for a place in the top four as they attempt to qualify for the Champions League, after missing out on a place in this year’s competition.

United go into the game with one eye on next week’s second leg against Lyon. Ruben Amorim has a new main objective for the end of the season, which is to win the Europa League to secure a spot in the Champions League. Jason Tindall has his say on Andre Onana

Newcastle assistant manager Jason Tindall took media responsibilities on Friday because Eddie Howe is feeling unwell. It remains to be seen if the Magpies boss will be well enough to be in the dugout on Sunday.

During the press briefing, Tindall defended Andre Onana after he was labelled the worst goalkeeper in United’s history.

That comment came from former United midfielder Nemanja Matic after Onana said the Red Devils were “better than” Lyon ahead of their first-leg clash. This prompted Matic to lambast the Cameroonian goalkeeper ahead of the match.
“I wouldn’t say that,” Tindall told reporters. “I wouldn’t say that at all. I think he’s a top goalkeeper. And like every player, you know, every player on the football pitch makes mistakes and I think he’s no different to anybody else but we’re not looking at it that way.

“I’ve seen him deliver some top performances in goal for Man United but I certainly wouldn’t agree with those comments myself.”

Tindall shares verdict on Manchester United

Newcastle will be trying to take advantage of United’s inconsistency when the two teams meet on Sunday.

Tindall sees it as one of the biggest fixtures on Newcastle’s annual calendar and they are expecting a fantastic atmosphere at St James’ Park.