Nachtmerrie for Senne Lammens as Spain's Merino scores winning goal

Nachtmerrie for Senne Lammens as Spanje’s winning goal sealed victory, after the Manchester United keeper, who had just replaced the injured Courtois, erred in the 88th minute, allowing Mikel Merino to finish off a seemingly harmless strike from Pau Cubarsi.

Lammens was drafted onto the field as the immediate replacement for Thibaut Courtois, who had been forced off with an injury. The Manchester United side therefore relied on the young Belgian to see out the final stages.

In the 88th minute, Pau Cubarsi delivered a low ball that appeared harmless as it rolled towards the goal. The trajectory suggested little danger, but it set the stage for the decisive moment.

Senne Lammens attempted to clear the delivery but mis‑controlled the ball, allowing the opposition to retain possession. His error directly handed the ball to Mikel Merino, who was well positioned.

Merino capitalised, pushing the ball into the net to give Spanje the winning goal. The strike left the United defence stunned and sealed the match result.

Ai, ai Senne Lammens. Maar the night‑mare continued as the mistake haunted the goalkeeper after the final whistle.

United will now look ahead to their next fixture, hoping to recover from the disappointment. Lammens will need to regroup and regain confidence after the costly lapse.