Manchester United keeper Altay Bayindir has been accused of celebrating a West Ham goal during their 2-0 defeat to the Hammers on Sunday.
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Man Utd lost 2-0 to West HamBowen scored secondFans believe Bayindir celebrated goalFollow GOAL on WhatsApp! 🟢📱WHAT HAPPENED?
The incident that triggered the outrage came during West Ham’s second goal, which was netted by Bowen, following an assist from Aaron Wan-Bissaka, ironically, a former Manchester United player. While the Hammers wheeled away in jubilation, cameras caught Bayindir reacting in a way that has only now drawn suspicion.
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Footage posted on West Ham’s official TikTok account showed Bayindir turning toward the stands behind him, clenching both fists and letting out a roar, behaviour that many interpreted as celebratory rather than dejected. Given the context, fans were quick to question his motives, sparking a wave of backlash online.
The viral TikTok clip was captioned provocatively: "Did the goalkeeper celebrate?" and in the comment section, supporters of both clubs weighed in, some demanding answers from the Turkish goalkeeper.
WHAT THE FANS ARE SAYING
The clip then reached X, formerly Twitter, where more fans reacted to Bayindir's actions.
One fans, @FPLOlympian, suggested: "Bayindir definitely captained Bowen in his FPL team."
While @Summerville_fan seconded and wrote: "I’m trying to think of an excuse for him but can’t. He actually celebrated. 🤣😭😂."
Meanwhile, @TabloideGunner said: "Bayindir bet his entire salary on Bowen to a goal. MASTERCLASS."
Whereas @UtdPrince0_0 wrote: "I can't even fathom an excuse for Bayindir here wtf😂😂."
And a West Ham fan @WhufcSloth wrote: "Celebrated more than Kudus… 😂."
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Ruben Amorim's men now face a daunting run of fixtures. Next up is a clash with Chelsea, who are fighting for a Champions League place. Following that, United head to Bilbao to face Tottenham in the Europa League final, a match that could determine whether the club salvages silverware from an otherwise dismal campaign. The Red Devils will conclude their season at home against a resurgent Aston Villa side.
