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Manchester United Stages Historic 5-4 Comeback Over Lyon to Reach Europa League Semis

Trailing 4-2 in extra time, United scored three late goals, including Harry Maguire's stoppage-time header, to eliminate a 10-man Lyon at Old Trafford.

Bruno Fernandes artiste diabolique, Corentin Tolisso héros maudit.
Paulo Fonseca.
Ruben Amorim à Old Trafford.
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Overview

  • Manchester United overturned a 4-2 extra-time deficit with three late goals to secure a 5-4 victory over Olympique Lyonnais in the Europa League quarter-finals.
  • Harry Maguire scored the decisive goal in stoppage time of extra time, completing a dramatic comeback in front of an electrified Old Trafford crowd.
  • Lyon, reduced to 10 men after Corentin Tolisso's red card in the 89th minute, had led 4-2 in extra time but failed to hold on in the closing moments.
  • Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo each converted penalties during extra time, keeping United's Europa League hopes alive amidst a challenging domestic season.
  • The defeat leaves Lyon reflecting on missed opportunities and emotional lapses, as Manchester United advances to the semi-finals with renewed momentum.