Overview
- Tottenham advanced to their first European semi-final since 2019 with a 1-0 victory over Eintracht Frankfurt, securing a 2-1 aggregate win through Dominic Solanke's penalty.
- Manchester United overcame a 4-2 extra-time deficit to defeat Lyon 5-4 on the night and 7-6 on aggregate, with Harry Maguire's late header sealing the win.
- Both clubs, struggling domestically and sitting in 14th and 15th in the Premier League, rely on Europa League success for silverware and Champions League qualification next season.
- Tottenham will face Bodø/Glimt in the semi-finals, while Manchester United are set to play Athletic Bilbao in their first European semi-final since 2021.
- The victories eased pressure on managers Ange Postecoglou and Ruben Amorim, whose futures were uncertain prior to these pivotal results.