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Omonia Nicosia goalkeeper Francis Uzoho lived the dream against the team he supports, Manchester United, on Thursday night.
Uzoho got the nod in between the sticks at Old Trafford, with first-choice goalkeeper Fabiano ruled out with injury.
The former Deportivo and Elche shotstopper made the most of his opportunity on the big stage, pulling off a total of 11 saves in a stunning individual display.
He made two double saves, pushed a Casemiro rocket onto the bar and got the better of Marcus Rashford on several occasions.
During the game Cristiano Ronaldo shared his admiration for Uzoho, who was eventually beaten in the 93rd minute when Scott McTominay found the net.
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But it was a night to remember for Uzoho, not least because he is a staunch United fan.
"It's a dream come true for me," Uzoho told BT Sport in a wholesome post-match interview.
"I have dreamed of playing here for a long, long time. I prayed to God to get an opportunity to play and I got it."
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The Nigerian's United fandom is down to his father, who is a big supporter. And fans have uncovered a number of tweets where Uzoho showed how much he loves the Red Devils.
He's tweeted lyrics to United's Anthony Martial song and even wished happy birthday to his "idol" David de Gea.
He lined up opposite his idol in the Europa League and was seen having a conversation with the Spaniard after the game.
De Gea also complimented Uzuho on his performance in goal, which will no doubt have made his night.
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"I think he made eight or 10 great saves for his team in the game but in the end we scored a goal and for sure he made a great game," he told MUTV.
“I know he played in La Liga in Spain. He had an amazing game and congratulations for him.”
After frustrating his side until the dying embers, United boss Erik ten Hag posed for a picture with Uzoho.
Here's hoping he managed to get a special souvenir in the form of a shirt to mark such a memorable outing.
Topics: Manchester United, Europa League, David De Gea
Josh Lawless