Onana revived at Trabzonspor, fans call him 'The Wall'
Onana is resurgent at Trabzonspor: 6 games, 6 goals conceded, 2 clean sheets. A 2-0 win over Eyupsor with 30/35 passes earned him the nickname 'The Wall' from the fans.
Without waiting for the final whistle, the moment Trabzonspor’s social media posted the words “The Wall” under a photo of Andre Onana said it all: the Cameroonian goalkeeper is back. In the 2-0 win over Eyupsor, Onana not only secured the score with a series of saves, but also coordinated the ball with 30/35 accurate passes. After the match, Trabzonspor moved up to second place behind Galatasaray, and Onana received honors from the stands.
2-0 win over Eyupsor: Onana locks down the goal
On loan to Trabzonspor from Manchester United, Onana is building confidence with arguably his best performance since arriving in Türkiye. Against Eyupsor, he repeatedly denied dangerous chances, maintaining his concentration to keep a clean sheet and defend the game. It was a defining game: Onana’s reflexes and anticipation were still there, and as his confidence returned, the goal suddenly became smaller for his opponents.
Footwork: 30/35 passes and confidence returns
The 30/35 successful passes show a far different Onana from the lack of confidence seen at Old Trafford. His solid, well-timed passing helps Trabzonspor maintain control in sensitive moments. When the goalkeeper has good control of the ball at his feet, his team has more breathing space to reorganize their defense and develop forward.
Form goes up through the data
In the Super Lig, Onana has played 6 matches, conceded 6 goals and kept 2 clean sheets. It is a series of parameters that balance between safety and efficiency, especially when put in the context of him recreating his form in a new environment. The 2-0 victory over Eyupsor was an important piece, contributing to Trabzonspor's temporary second place, right behind Galatasaray.
| Index | Value |
|---|---|
| Matches played in Super Lig | 6 |
| Conceded goal | 6 |
| Clean sheet | 2 |
| Latest results | Win Eyupsor 2-0 |
| Pass the ball last match | 30/35 |
| Trabzonspor's ranking after the match | Second (after Galatasaray) |
Reaction: “The Wall” from the stands to the club's homepage
Immediately after the match, Trabzonspor’s official social media page posted a picture of Onana with the caption “The Wall”. From the stands to social media, the response was immediate. One fan wrote: “Leaving Manchester United was the right decision, he found himself again.” Another commented: “At MU he couldn’t even build a brick, but in Türkiye he became a wall.”
Impact and future: question marks at Old Trafford
Onana’s future at Old Trafford remains uncertain, especially after the arrival of goalkeeper Senne Lammens. If he maintains his current form, Trabzonspor could consider buying him outright. However, the constraints are not small: Onana’s contract with Manchester United runs until 2027, with a salary of £100,000/week. Therefore, the coming period will be a real test of both the form and determination of all parties.
Conclusion: the wall is being rebuilt
The nickname “The Wall” is not a short-term compliment, but a sign of a goalkeeper who is slowly rebuilding his solidity. 6 games, 6 goals conceded, 2 clean sheets and a solid performance against Eyupsor are the foundations for Onana to continue climbing. The rest depends on how consistently he keeps up the pace – and whether Trabzonspor can turn those highs into a long-term commitment.
