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Man U stage dramatic comeback to salvage season

Bruno Fernandes started the match well and hit the crossbar with a superb volley
Bruno Fernandes started the match well and hit the crossbar with a superb volley (EPA)
  • Manchester United have staged a dramatic comeback against Lyon, winning 5-4 (7-6 agg.) to advance to the Europa League semi-finals.
  • Facing elimination, United scored three goals in the final minutes of extra time, with Harry Maguire's header in the 121st minute securing the victory.
  • Bruno Fernandes played a crucial role, converting a penalty, while Kobbie Mainoo and Casemiro also contributed to the remarkable turnaround.
  • Lyon had taken a 4-2 lead, seemingly putting them in control, but United's late surge proved too much to overcome.
  • The win keeps United's hopes of Champions League qualification alive and salvages a season that had been faltering.
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