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Tom Heaton backs Senne Lammens to recover from World Cup error

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 3:08 PM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Tom Heaton backs Senne Lammens to recover from World Cup error

Summary

Manchester United goalkeeper Tom Heaton expressed confidence in Senne Lammens after his World Cup error led to Belgium's elimination by Spain in the quarter-finals. Lammens, replacing the injured Thibaut Courtois, conceded a goal from Mikel Merino following a misplay of a long-range shot. Heaton believes Lammens will emerge stronger from this challenging experience, emphasizing the mental resilience required for goalkeepers. As United continues their pre-season preparations, Heaton, who re-signed for another year, aims to help the squad regain momentum ahead of the upcoming season.

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•Lammens cost Belgium in a 2-1 World Cup quarter-final loss to Spain.
•Heaton praised Lammens' personality and resilience after the incident.
•Heaton signed a one-year contract and remains as United's third-choice goalkeeper.
•Manchester United looks to continue momentum from a third-place finish last season.
•United recently played a pre-season friendly against Wrexham, losing 1-0.

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