Manchester United claimed a dramatic 5-4 winner against Lyon thanks to Harry Maguire’s late goal in extra time, MySportDab reports.
United’s dramatic victory over Lyonnais in the second leg of their Europa League quarter-final at Old Trafford saw them advancing 7-6 on aggregate.
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The match was a rollercoaster of emotions, beginning with United taking a 2-0 lead through goals from Manuel Ugarte and Diogo Dalot.
Lyon responded with equalizers from Corentin Tolisso and Nicolás Tagliafico, leveling the score at 2-2 and forcing extra time.
Tolisso’s subsequent red card in the 90th minute left Lyon with 10 men, but they regained the lead in extra time with goals from Rayan Cherki and Alexandre Lacazette, making it 4-2.
Despite the setback, United mounted an incredible comeback. Bruno Fernandes converted a penalty to reduce the deficit to 4-3.
In the dying moments of extra time, 19-year-old Kobbie Mainoo scored to equalize, and just a minute later, Harry Maguire headed in the decisive goal, completing a remarkable turnaround.
This thrilling win not only propelled United into the semi-finals but also brought them within three matches of securing Champions League qualification.
The match was notable for its high-scoring extra time, a rarity in major European competitions, and showcased United’s resilience and determination.
Manchester United will now face Athletic Bilbao in the semi-finals, with the first leg scheduled for May.
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