'A bit over the top!' - Senne Lammens reacts to Everton tactics vs Man United and Van der Sar comparison
Senne Lammens was named man of the match as Manchester United won 1-0 against Everton in the Premier League on Monday night.
Senne Lammens admitted it was nice to be compared to legendary Manchester United goalkeeper Edwin van der Sar after he was named man of the match in the 1-0 win against Everton.
The Belgium international made a handful of important saves and alleviated pressure by claiming aerial balls. David Moyes described Lammens as "bloody brilliant" after the full-time whistle.
Lammens was delighted as he spoke to Sky Sports. "Today was about the hard work, defending together. We know we didn't do our best, especially first half, it was difficult," he said. "We have to be better on the ball but if we defend well, don't give balls away then we have the players up top to make the difference."
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Lammens continued: "I always want to be confident. Since the manager has come in, we have been defending well together. We know if me and the defence keep it to zero then we have a chance to win.
"Everton are a physical team, their defenders are really big. We knew the corners and set pieces would be difficult. It's a strength of mine [dealing with crosses], but today it was a bit over the top! I had to be behind the line in order to come out. It was too much, but it can be difficult for the referee to see it.
"Sometimes you can't be thinking too much about players around you, because then you aren't thinking about the ball. My defenders can create space for me, so I have the opportunity to come and punch the ball away. But it is getting more and more difficult."
When asked about the Van der Sar comparisons, he responded: "As a goalkeeper at Manchester Untied the pressure is even bigger, but I try to stay calm, play my own game, I know I have the qualities otherwise I wouldn't be here.
"I believe in myself, my teammates support me, it was a good transition for me. I keep building and growing in confidence. If I am being compared with Edwin van der Sar, it is always nice!"
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