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'Definitely captained Jarrod Bowen on FPL!' - Man Utd keeper Altay Bayindir accused of celebrating West Ham goal during defeat to Hammers

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<p>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.</p>

WHAT HAPPENED?

<p><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@westham/video/7503605611213409554?lang=en" target="_blank">Footage posted on West Ham’s official TikTok account</a> 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.</p><p>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.</p>

THE BIGGER PICTURE

<p>The clip then reached X, formerly Twitter, where more fans reacted to Bayindir's actions.</p><p>One fans, <a href="https://x.com/FPLOlympian/status/1922276596750135707" target="_blank">@FPLOlympian, </a>suggested: "Bayindir definitely captained Bowen in his FPL team."</p><p>While <a href="https://x.com/Summerville_fan/status/1922049747398861089" target="_blank">@Summerville_fan</a> seconded and wrote: "I’m trying to think of an excuse for him but can’t. He actually celebrated. 🤣😭😂."</p><p>Meanwhile, <a href="https://x.com/TabloideGunner/status/1922090552037630292" target="_blank">@TabloideGunner</a> said: "Bayindir bet his entire salary on Bowen to a goal. MASTERCLASS."</p><p>Whereas <a href="https://x.com/UtdPrince0_0/status/1922224696084353494" target="_blank">@UtdPrince0_0</a> wrote: "I can't even fathom an excuse for Bayindir here wtf😂😂."</p><p>And a West Ham fan <a href="https://x.com/WhufcSloth/status/1922285580152414551" target="_blank">@WhufcSloth</a> wrote: "Celebrated more than Kudus… 😂."</p>

WHAT THE FANS ARE SAYING

<p>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.</p>

WHAT NEXT FOR MANCHESTER UNITED?

'Definitely captained Jarrod Bowen on FPL!' - Man Utd keeper Altay Bayindir accused of celebrating West Ham goal during defeat to Hammers | Goal.com

Manchester United keeper Altay Bayindir has been accused of celebrating a West Ham goal during their 2-0 defeat to the Hammers on Sunday.

&apos;Definitely captained Jarrod Bowen on FPL!&apos; - Man Utd keeper Altay Bayindir accused of celebrating West Ham goal during defeat to Hammers

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