On April 17, 2025, Manchester United delivered a breathtaking performance at Old Trafford, clinching a 5-4 victory against Olympique Lyonnais in the Europa League quarter-finals.

This thrilling encounter, which ended with a 7-6 aggregate score in United's favor, propelled them into the semi-finals after a rollercoaster of emotions, including extra time and last-gasp heroics.

Renowned football journalist Fabrizio Romano captured the intensity of the match in his post on X, describing it as a "CRAZY game" that showcased United's resilience and determination to advance in the competition.

The match was a spectacle of dramatic twists and turns. Manchester United initially took a commanding 2-0 lead on the night with goals from Manuel Ugarte in the 10th minute and Diogo Dalot in the 45th, making the aggregate score 4-2.

However, Lyon fought back fiercely, leveling the score at 4-4 by the end of regular time, with goals from Corentin Tolisso (78th minute), Nicolas Tagliafico (87th), Rayan Cherki (106th), and Alexandre Lacazette (110th, penalty).

The French side's comeback, despite being reduced to 10 men, made the game an unforgettable clash. As extra time unfolded, the tension soared.

Bruno Fernandes reignited hope for United with a penalty in the 114th minute, bringing the score to 4-4 on the night.

Then, in the final moments of extra time, substitute Kobbie Mainoo showcased his composure, bending in a stunning goal in the 120th minute to level the aggregate score at 6-6.

Seconds later, Harry Maguire sealed the victory with a powerful header off a Casemiro cross, sending the Old Trafford crowd into a frenzy and securing a 7-6 aggregate win.

The heroics of Mainoo and Maguire were widely celebrated on X, with fans hailing Mainoo's "masterclass" performance and Maguire's decisive contribution.

Posts highlighted the emotional intensity of the game, with one user sharing an image of a young fan in a United jersey being comforted, encapsulating the rollercoaster of emotions felt by supporters.

This victory marked a significant moment in Manchester United's European campaign, building on their earlier success against Real Sociedad in the Round of 16.

Now, they are set to face either Rangers or Athletic Bilbao in the semi-finals, scheduled for May 1 and May 8, 2025.

The match against Lyon not only showcased United's fighting spirit but also reaffirmed their status as a formidable force in the Europa League, with fans and analysts alike buzzing about their potential to go all the way to the final in Bilbao on May 21, 2025.