MANCHESTER UNITED have beaten Lyon 7-6 on aggregate to progress to the semi-finals of the Europa League in a dramatic match.
Manuel Ugarte opened the scoring in the 10th minute after a great team move.
Diogo Dalot extended United`s lead just before halftime.
Lyon fought back in the second half with goals from Corentin Tolisso in the 70th minute and Nicolas Tagliafico, sending the match to extra time at 2-2 on the night.
Despite Tolisso being sent off for Lyon just before the end of normal time, Rayan Cherki put Lyon ahead in extra time, and Alexandre Lacazette`s penalty made it 6-4 on aggregate.
However, an incredible seven-minute spell saw United turn the game around with goals from Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, and a late winner from Harry Maguire, securing their place in the Europa League semi-finals.
Manchester United will now play Athletic Club in the semi-finals.
- Match result: Man Utd 5-4 Lyon (agg 7-6)
- Man Utd team: Onana, Mazraoui, Maguire, Yoro, Dalot, Ugarte, Casemiro, Dorgu, Garnacho, Hojlund, Fernandes
- Lyon team: Perri, Maitland-Niles, Mata, Niakhate, Tagliafico, Vertout, Akoukou, Tolisso, Cherki, Mikautadze, Almada
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Contents
- Glimmer of light amongst grey skies
- Captain fantastic for Amorim's Red Devils
- Red Devils treat fans to drama
- Boss to focus on Europa League
- Only knowing one way to do it
- Defender buzzing after crazy win
- Pundits cannot contain their glee
- Lyon throw it away late
- Boss beaming from ear to ear
- European dreams still alive for Red Devils
- Know what I mean 'Arry
- FT: Man Utd 5-4 Lyon (AGG: 7-6) ET
Glimmer of light amongst grey skies
The comeback performance against Lyon offers hope for the club and fans this season.
Despite struggles for the new manager and a likely low Premier League finish, winning the Europa League could provide a platform for future success.
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Captain fantastic for Amorim's Red Devils
Bruno Fernandes delivered another excellent performance for Man Utd.
His goals and assists have been vital for the team this season, including a crucial goal tonight that sparked the comeback.
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Red Devils treat fans to drama
Fans witnessed an unbelievable game as Man Utd came back from the brink to win dramatically.
These are the memorable European nights that fans dream of, and now they can dream of lifting the trophy.
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Boss to focus on Europa League
With limited Premier League objectives, manager Ruben Amorim will prioritize the Europa League.
Expect weakened domestic lineups as they focus on keeping key players fit for Europe, offering their best chance at Champions League qualification.
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Only knowing one way to do it
Man Utd games are rarely straightforward.
After a comfortable two-goal lead, they conceded control, allowing Lyon to score three late goals. However, United dramatically turned it around in the end.
Fans who stayed were rewarded with a night of incredible drama.
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Defender buzzing after crazy win
Leny Yoro spoke with TNT Sports post-match.
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Pundits cannot contain their glee
Rio Ferdinand and Paul Scholes, accustomed to Man Utd disappointments, couldn`t hide their joy after the dramatic win.
From the verge of Europa League exit, Man Utd`s unexpected turnaround means they have a semi-final to look forward to.
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Lyon throw it away late
Lyon thought they had secured their semi-final spot when Lacazette scored a penalty to put them two goals ahead on aggregate.
However, conceding a penalty gave Man Utd the momentum to turn the game around, with Maguire scoring late to win it.
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Boss beaming from ear to ear
A smiling Ruben Amorim spoke with TNT Sports after the game.
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European dreams still alive for Red Devils
When Lacazette scored his penalty, Man Utd`s season looked over.
However, three goals in the last six minutes saw them achieve the impossible.
Man Utd will face Athletic Club in the Europa League semi-final, keeping their hopes for silverware this season alive.
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Know what I mean 'Arry
Harry Maguire spoke with TNT Sports after the game.
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FT: Man Utd 5-4 Lyon (AGG: 7-6) ET
Man Utd went from despair to elation.
Lyon players were visibly devastated after the loss.
Ruben Amorim`s team achieved an incredible comeback victory.
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