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Manchester United Stages Historic Comeback to Defeat Lyon 5-4 in Europa League Thriller

Down 4-2 in extra time, United scored three late goals to secure a semi-final spot, leaving Lyon devastated after a dramatic collapse.

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

  • Manchester United overturned a two-goal deficit in extra time, with late goals from Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, and Harry Maguire sealing a 5-4 victory over Lyon.
  • Lyon led 4-2 in extra time despite being reduced to ten men following Corentin Tolisso's red card in the 89th minute, but conceded three goals in the final minutes.
  • United's victory advances them to the Europa League semi-finals, providing a rare bright spot in an otherwise disappointing domestic season.
  • Lyon coach Paulo Fonseca praised his team's effort but admitted their premature celebrations and lack of emotional control contributed to their defeat.
  • English media hailed the match as a 'miracle' and lauded Harry Maguire as a hero, while hundreds of United fans who left early missed the dramatic finale.