Manchester United reach Europa League semis after thrilling 9-goal win over Lyon
United will face Athletic Club in the next round after the Spanish side overcame Rangers 2-0 in their second leg.
Manchester United secured a dramatic 5-4 victory over Lyon in the second leg of their Europa League quarter-final on 17 April 2025, advancing to the semi-finals with a 7-6 aggregate scoreline.
In a game full of excitement and twists, United initially took a strong lead, going 2-0 up with goals from Manuel Ugarte (10') and Diogo Dalot (45+1').
However, Lyon responded fiercely, levelling the tie at 2-2 with goals from Corentin Tolisso (71') and Nicolas Tagliafico (77').
Keep updated, follow The Business Standard's Google news channel
The match saw Lyon reduced to 10 men just before the 90th-minute mark, and they took the initiative in extra time, scoring twice to lead 4-2. However, United's resilience shone through, and they mounted a remarkable comeback.
Bruno Fernandes scored a 114th-minute penalty to reduce the deficit to 3-4, before Kobbie Mainoo (120') equalised at 4-4 on aggregate. With the match reaching its final stages, Harry Maguire (120+1') headed in the winner, sending Old Trafford into raptures and sealing United's progression to the semi-finals.
United will face Athletic Club in the next round after the Spanish side overcame Rangers 2-0 in their second leg.
