Old Trafford erupted when Harry Maguire completed the most remarkable comeback for Manchester United against Lyon.
It was never going to be simple. Manchester United fought tooth and nail at Old Trafford to beat Lyon 5-4 and earn their spot in the semi-finals of the Europa League.
It looked comfortable for Ruben Amorim’s side when they were 2-0 up at half-time, but fans began to pour out of Old Trafford after 10-men Lyon took a 4-2 lead.
But in a chaotic seven-minute spell, United completed a jaw-dropping comeback with Harry Maguire scoring the winner in dramatic fashion.
Andre Onana embraces Ruben Amorim after Man United winner
There has been a huge media spotlight on Andre Onana during United’s two legs against Lyon, with the goalkeeper involved in a war of words with Nemanja Matic before the first clash.
Onana was dropped by Amorim for the Newcastle game on the weekend, but recalled for the all-important Lyon clash.
Amorim kept his faith in Onana despite his underwhelming performances, and the shot-stopper only had one thing on his mind when United scored.
Onana sprinted half of the pitch to embrace Amorim on the touchline, before also sharing a special moment with Altay Bayindir.
Ruben Amorim is loved at Man United
Everyone associated with United knew that the entire season hinged on beating Lyon, and Amorim issued a rallying cry just hours before kick-off.
Players responded and continued to fight until the very end in the United way.
Amorim has been flawless in Europe and he has kept dreams of silverware alive this season. United have been slowly improving under the Portuguese coach, even if there are still some evident flaws in this squad.
Before he arrived at United, it was pointed out that Amorim is a brilliant communicator and was loved by his Sporting Lisbon squad. Now in Manchester, fans are starting to see the relationship he has built up with his players, especially Onana.
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