'The New Andre Onana' - Fans Warn Man City About Gianluigi Donnarumma After Costly Blunder Against Israel

Italy's goalkeeper, Gianluigi Donnarumma, committed a significant blunder early in the match against Israel, but referee Slavko Vincic disallowed the resulting goal.

Gianluigi Donnarumma's performance in Italy's thrilling 5-4 victory over Israel likely gave Pep Guardiola pause for thought.

The Manchester City manager had just acquired him from Paris Saint-Germain, but on Monday evening, his new goalkeeper made a glaring error right at the start of their 2026 World Cup qualifier.

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In just the fifth minute, disaster struck for the Italian shot-stopper when he misjudged a corner kick swung dangerously into his box, punching the ball awkwardly and sending it straight into his own net.

Gianluigi Donnarumma's saving grace was Slovenian referee Slavko Vincic, who controversially called a foul on Stav Lemkin (which appeared non-existent), disallowing Israel's potential 1-0 lead.

English fans, with a keen eye on the action, were quick to criticise Donnarumma. "This is the new Andre Onana (referencing Manchester United's error-prone goalkeeper) in the Premier League," quipped one supporter after seeing the incident in a video circulating on social media.

"What’s he complaining about.🤣🤦🏾‍♂️," another fan added.

"Don’t worry, it only happens when he plays with Italy," one fan noted.

Another fan commented, "In situations like this, here in the Premier League, they'll eat Donnarumma alive."

A third concluded, "Donnarumma doing what Donnarumma usually does," alluding to the Italian's history of similar gaffes.

"Italy Donnarumma conceding 4 Goals from Israel immediately after signing for Man City. The Premier League is waiting for you," another fan noted.

"Donnarumma picking the ball out of his net twice against fucking Israel???" another added.

Manchester City signed Gianluigi Donnarumma from PSG for £26 million (approximately €30 million) on September 1, the final day of the summer transfer window. Concurrently, they allowed Brazilian Ederson, the previous season's starter, to move to Fenerbahce.

The Azzurri's goalkeeper is anticipated to make his debut between the sticks this weekend in the derby against Manchester United. He is set to replace James Trafford, following the former Burnley number one's difficult start to the season.