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Fans react to Manchester United’s dramatic win over Lyon in Europa League 9-goal thriller

Manchester United pulled off a miraculous UEFA Europa League semifinal berth, defeating Olympique Lyon 5-4 in extra time. Here’s how fans are reacting to the unforgettable showdown.

Manchester United staged an unforgettable comeback to secure their place in the UEFA Europa League semifinals, edging Olympique Lyon 5-4 in a thrilling extra-time battle. After a 2-2 draw in the first leg in France, the second-leg showdown at Old Trafford saw the Red Devils pull off a dramatic 7-6 aggregate victory that left fans on the edge of their seats.

The night started strong for United, with Manuel Ugarte opening the scoring early and Diogo Dalot doubling the lead before halftime. It seemed like smooth sailing for the home team until Lyon roared back in the second half. Corentin Tolisso struck in the 71st minute, followed by Nicolás Tagliafico’s equalizer just seven minutes later, forcing the game into extra time.

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The momentum seemed to shift in Lyon’s favor during the first extra period. Rayan Cherki fired Lyon ahead in the 104th minute, with Alexandre Lacazette adding to the lead just five minutes later. With the scoreline at 4-2, Manchester United appeared destined for elimination.

However, the Red Devils mounted an extraordinary late-game response. Bruno Fernandes converted a penalty to narrow the deficit, setting the stage for the unthinkable. Kobbie Mainoo and Harry Maguire delivered clutch goals in the dying minutes, completing a jaw-dropping turnaround that sent Old Trafford into a frenzy.

Fans react to the madness

The game sparked a wave of reactions from Manchester United fans and neutral observers alike. Here are some of the most memorable responses:

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