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Manchester United Host Lyon in Season-Defining Europa League Quarterfinal Tonight

With the tie locked at 2-2, United face mounting injuries and pressure as Lyon arrive in strong form for the decisive second leg at Old Trafford.

Alejandro Garnacho of Manchester United scores the team's first goal the Premier League match between Everton FC and Manchester United at Goodison Park on November 26, 2023 in Liverpool, England.
Soccer Football - Europa League - Quarter Final - Second Leg - Manchester United v Olympique Lyonnais - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - April 17, 2025 Manchester United's Harry Maguire celebrates scoring their fifth goal with Manchester United's Casemiro and Manchester United's Harry Amass REUTERS/Phil Noble
Soccer Football - Europa League - Quarter Final - Second Leg - Manchester United v Olympique Lyonnais - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - April 17, 2025 Olympique Lyonnais' Corentin Tolisso is shown a red card by referee Sandro Scharer REUTERS/Phil Noble
Soccer Football - Europa League - Quarter Final - Second Leg - Manchester United v Olympique Lyonnais - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - April 17, 2025 Manchester United's Andre Onana celebrates their fifth goal scored by Manchester United's Harry Maguire REUTERS/Phil Noble

Overview

  • The Europa League quarterfinal second leg between Manchester United and Lyon kicks off at 8pm BST tonight at Old Trafford, with the aggregate score tied at 2-2.
  • United’s season hinges on this match, as the Europa League represents their last chance for silverware and Champions League qualification after a troubled campaign.
  • Key United striker Joshua Zirkzee is ruled out with a hamstring injury, adding to an injury list that could sideline up to seven players, further complicating their preparations.
  • Lyon enter the match in excellent form, extending their unbeaten Europa League run to eight games and securing a 3-1 domestic league win last weekend.
  • The match promises high drama as United aim to recover from a recent 4-0 league loss to Newcastle, while Lyon look to capitalize on their momentum and end United’s European hopes.