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Tom Heaton supports Senne Lammens after World Cup error

Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jul 19, 2026, 2:47 PM

Last updated Jul 19, 2026

Tom Heaton supports Senne Lammens after World Cup error
Summary

Tom Heaton has expressed confidence in teammate Senne Lammens following his disappointing World Cup performance. Lammens, who played only one match and conceded a late goal against Spain, is considered mentally strong by Heaton. Heaton spoke after Manchester United's pre-season match against Wrexham, emphasizing that Lammens will emerge stronger from the experience. Lammens will take a three-week break before rejoining pre-season training, potentially available for the match against Paris St-Germain on August 8. Despite criticism from Belgium, Manchester United remains supportive of Lammens.

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  • •Lammens made one World Cup appearance for Belgium.
  • •He conceded a late goal in a quarter-final loss to Spain.
  • •Heaton believes Lammens will become stronger from the experience.
  • •Lammens is on a three-week break before returning to training.
  • •He may play in the match against Paris St-Germain on August 8.
Latest Updates
  • 2:47 PMYahoo Sports — World Cup error will make Lammens stronger - Heaton
  • 2:47 PMBBC Sport — World Cup error will make Lammens stronger - Heaton
What they're saying
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Tom Heaton is backing Manchester United team-mate Senne Lammens to emerge as a stronger character from his World Cup disappointment.

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Tom Heaton is backing Manchester United team-mate Senne Lammens to emerge as a stronger character from his World Cup disappointment.

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