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Manchester United’s Rasmus Hojlund marked their dramatic comeback triumph against Lyon with a playful social media post.
The Red Devils advanced to the Europa League semi-finals on Thursday evening, overcoming Lyon 5-4 in extra time following an enthralling encounter at Old Trafford. This hard-fought victory secured their place in the next stage of the competition.
Manuel Ugarte and Diogo Dalot’s goals initially provided the home side with a comfortable 2-0 aggregate advantage after the first-leg stalemate.

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However, Lyon mounted an impressive resurgence in the second half, forcing the match into extra time. Corentin Tolisso and Nicolas Tagliafico scored to level the scoreline.
Despite being reduced to ten players, the French team momentarily seized control. Goals from Rayan Cherki and an Alexander Lacazette penalty put Lyon ahead, seemingly on course for the semi-finals.
In a stunning finale, Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, and Harry Maguire all found the net as Manchester United orchestrated a remarkable turnaround, clinching a 5-4 victory on the night and a 7-6 aggregate win.
Hojlund’s Social Media Celebration
Rasmus Hojlund commemorated Manchester United’s comeback win against Lyon with a humorous caption.
Hojlund’s post read: ‘When the road to a semi gives you a semi,’ accompanied by a photo of him embracing Harry Maguire.
Maguire netted the decisive goal as Manchester United scored twice in the dying moments to progress.
Hojlund, substituted in the 87th minute at Old Trafford, joined in Manchester United’s joyous celebrations after the team scored twice in added time to secure their Europa League semi-final spot.
The Danish forward shared a lighthearted joke on Instagram to celebrate Manchester United’s progression, posting: ‘When the road to a semi gives you a semi.’
Maguire, Joshua Zirkzee, and Chido Obi were among those who responded to the joke, leaving laughing emojis in the comments.
Hojlund was among several Manchester United players who took to social media to react to the dramatic events at Old Trafford.
Amad, currently sidelined with injury, posted a cryptic message from the Manchester United dressing room, seemingly teasing teammates Manuel Ugarte and Alejandro Garnacho.
Zirkzee, also injured and out for the season, shared a social media video clip capturing the vociferous support from the majority of Manchester United fans during the comeback.
The Dutch player captioned the video: ‘To all the fans who left when we were down, have a listen to this.’
Fan Reactions and Semi-Final Fixtures
Joshua Zirkzee appeared to criticize fans who departed the stadium early when the team was trailing.
Footage circulating online showed supporters who had left the ground watching Maguire’s winning goal on a screen outside before erupting in celebration.
Manchester United will now face Athletic Club in the Europa League semi-finals next month.
Social media footage captured scenes of fans who had left Old Trafford struggling to view the match on an outdoor television screen, followed by jubilant celebrations after Maguire’s decisive goal.
Manchester United’s reward is a Europa League semi-final clash against Athletic Club, with the two legs scheduled for May 1st and 8th.
The other Europa League semi-final will feature Tottenham Hotspur against Norwegian team Bodo/Glimt.
Europa League triumph would provide a significant boost to Manchester United’s season, as they currently occupy 14th position in the Premier League.
Securing the Europa League trophy would be transformative, guaranteeing Champions League qualification for the winners in the final held in Bilbao.