Andre Onana saves three PKs to help Trabzonspor seal semi-final spot

Andre Onana delivered a stunning performance from the penalty spot to send Trabzonspor into the semi-finals of the Turkish Cup, emerging as the hero in a dramatic shoot-out win over Samsunspor on Thursday, April 23, 2026.

After a tense quarter-final clash ended goalless, the tie was decided on penalties—and that’s where Onana took complete control.

The goalkeeper saved three consecutive spot-kicks, denying Lubomir Satka, Marius Mouandilmadji, and Yunus Emre Cift to put Trabzonspor firmly in command. Samsunspor only managed to convert their fourth attempt, but by then the damage had already been done.

Despite Trabzonspor missing two of their own penalties, Onana’s brilliance ensured they held the advantage and ultimately progressed.

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The 30-year-old, currently on loan from Manchester United, has been rebuilding his form since joining the Turkish side in September 2025. Once a key figure for Inter Milan and Ajax, he has now made 28 appearances for Trabzonspor, who sit third in the Super Lig.

Trabzonspor will now face Genclerbirligi in the semi-finals.

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