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Almada’s Free-Kick Puts Lyon Ahead in Europa League Quarterfinal Against Manchester United

Olympique Lyonnais leads 1-0 after Almada's early goal, as both teams navigate injury challenges in a tense first leg at Groupama Stadium.

Rayan Cherki et l’OL contraints au match nul à domicile.
L’entraîneur de Manchester United Ruben Amorim (à gauche) et son capitaine Bruno Fernandes (à droite).
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Overview

  • Olympique Lyonnais took a 1-0 lead against Manchester United with a free-kick goal by Almada in the first half of their Europa League quarterfinal first leg.
  • Both teams are adapting their strategies due to key injuries, with Lyon missing Malick Fofana and Ernest Nuamah, and United without Lisandro Martinez and Amad Diallo.
  • Lyon’s lineup features tactical adjustments, including Almada stepping up offensively and Akouokou making a surprise start in midfield.
  • Manchester United has shown moments of danger through players like Bruno Fernandes and Rasmus Hojlund but has yet to capitalize on opportunities.
  • The match remains competitive, with Lyon looking to build on their advantage and United seeking to respond as the game progresses.