Manchester United goalkeeper Andre Onana chose to spend his day off watching rugby league, attending the Wigan Warriors versus St Helens game on Good Friday.
The Man Utd player was present at the DW Stadium to watch the Super League match.
Onana, 29, was in goal for United on Thursday night for their thrilling 5-4 extra-time victory against Lyon.
There have been reports linking the Cameroon international with a potential move away from Manchester United in the summer transfer window.
He was rested by manager Ruben Amorim for Sunday`s 4-1 defeat to Newcastle, with Altay Bayindir taking his position.
However, Amorim placed his trust in Onana for the second leg against Lyon. Onana celebrated United`s dramatic late win with his manager on the sideline.
Just hours after the football match, Onana was seen at the DW Stadium as the Super League champions Wigan secured a 24-14 win.
Fans online quickly reacted with jokes suggesting Onana was “getting tips” from rugby players on how to catch.
One fan humorously posted on X: “Is this United`s new training method for goalkeepers to learn how to catch a ball?”
Another quipped: “Hopefully he is considering a change of career.”
Despite speculation about United potentially replacing Onana this summer, manager Amorim supported his goalkeeper on Wednesday.
He told reporters: “As a coach and a former player, I prioritize helping players in these situations.”
“We talk about managing player fitness, but mental management is also crucial.”
“There was a weekend where I felt it was better for Andre Onana not to play and for Altay [Bayindir] to have an opportunity.”
Onana has played in 31 Premier League matches for United this season.
He has achieved 9 clean sheets, with 10 of these games resulting in wins.
However, he has conceded 41 goals, and has made errors that have led to chances or goals for opposing teams.
