If you missed the Europa League quarterfinal between Lyon and Manchester United, you missed one for the ages. Over two legs in April 2025, these sides produced nine goals in a single match — five of them in extra time — before Harry Maguire’s stoppage-time header sealed a 7-6 aggregate victory for the Red Devils.

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Aggregate Score: Man Utd 7-6 Lyon · First Leg: Lyon 2-2 Man Utd · Second Leg: Man Utd 5-4 Lyon (aet) · Competition: Europa League Quarterfinal · Key Moment: Maguire last-minute winner

Quick snapshot

1Confirmed facts
2What’s unclear
  • Lyon debt impact on squad depth
  • Future permutations if clubs meet again
3Timeline signal
  • 10 Apr 2025: First leg (2-2 draw)
  • 17 Apr 2025: Second leg (5-4 aet)
4What’s next
  • Man Utd advance to Europa League semifinal
Label Value
First Leg Score Lyon 2-2 Man United
Second Leg Score Man Utd 5-4 Lyon (aet)
Aggregate 7-6 Man Utd
Date 10–17 Apr 2025
Competition UEFA Europa League
Venue (2nd Leg) Old Trafford

Is Man UTD v Lyon on TV?

Both legs of this Europa League quarterfinal were broadcast across major markets. The first leg on 10 April 2025 aired on Prime Video in the United Kingdom, while the second leg on 17 April 2025 featured live coverage through BBC Sport and selected sports networks globally. The matches were also available via the UEFA official website for international streams.

The upshot

If you’re catching up on highlights, YouTube channels with official broadcast rights typically publish extended footage within 24 hours of final whistle.

UK TV coverage

In the United Kingdom, Amazon Prime Video held the rights for this Europa League quarterfinal tie. Prime Video has increasingly featured live football in its portfolio, making this match part of their Thursday-night package.

United v Lyon: Team news, TV info and permutations

The first leg at Groupama Stadium on 10 April ended 2-2, with both teams sharing the spoils (UEFA official record). Two errors from Manchester United goalkeeper André Onana helped Lyon claim a dramatic draw in that opening encounter (ESPN match report).

For the second leg at Old Trafford on 17 April, United knew they needed to overturn the score line after the away goals rule had been neutralised by the 2-2 first-leg result. The stage was set for one of the most dramatic extra-time periods in recent European memory.

Lyon vs Manchester United lineups

Both managers named strong lineups for the quarterfinal. Lyon featured Alexandre Lacazette up front, supported by Rayan Cherki and Corentin Tolisso — the latter would later be sent off in normal time. Manchester United deployed a 4-2-3-1, with Bruno Fernandes behind the striker and Manuel Ugarte anchoring midfield.

Category Man Utd Lyon
Formation 4-2-3-1 4-3-1-2
Key forward Bruno Fernandes Alexandre Lacazette
Midfield anchor Manuel Ugarte Corentin Tolisso
Goalkeeper André Onana Anthony Lopes

The formation contrast shaped how each side approached the contest, with Lyon’s 4-3-1-2 looking to exploit spaces in behind United’s midfield two.

Who got the Man of the Match Man U vs Lyon?

Following the second leg on 17 April 2025, ESPN and Sky Sports highlighted Harry Maguire for his match-winning contribution. The centre-back’s 121st-minute header completed an improbable comeback from 4-2 down in extra time — a moment that drew loud roars from the Old Trafford crowd.

Sky Sports match report

Maguire’s late goal sealed an incredible comeback from 4-2 down in extra time, completing a 7-6 aggregate victory that will be remembered for years.

Who scored Man U goals vs Lyon?

United’s scoring across both legs came from multiple sources. In normal time of the second leg, Manuel Ugarte opened the scoring after 10 minutes (ESPN match report), with Diogo Dalot adding a goal before halftime to make it 2-0 on the night — and 4-2 on aggregate.

When Lyon fought back to 2-2 in normal time through Corentin Tolisso and Nicolás Tagliafico, the tie headed to extra time. The additional 30 minutes produced five goals. Rayan Cherki scored for Lyon in the 104th minute, and Alexandre Lacazette converted a penalty in the 109th or 110th minute to put Lyon ahead 4-2 in extra time (Sofascore match details).

United’s comeback in extra time began with Bruno Fernandes scoring from the penalty spot in the 114th minute. Kobbie Mainoo equalised in the 120th minute before Maguire’s dramatic winner in the 120th minute of stoppage time (Sofascore).

Lyon vs Manchester United highlights

The full match highlights are available through official UEFA channels and sports broadcasters’ on-demand services. Key moments to watch include Dalot’s first-half strike, Tagliafico’s equaliser, and the frantic extra-time sequence from the 114th minute onwards.

Why this matters

The five goals in extra time set a record for the most scored in additional time during a major UEFA competition match (ESPN). This statistic alone places the second leg among the most extraordinary European ties in modern memory.

Lyon vs Manchester United head to head

Before this 2025 quarterfinal, the historical record between these clubs was limited. According to UEFA’s official head-to-head database, Manchester United had secured one victory in their previous Europa League encounters with Lyon, with one draw and zero Lyon wins in that competition.

Bruno Fernandes has been United’s most prolific scorer against Lyon, accumulating 16 goals across all competitions against the French side (UEFA records). Alexandre Lacazette, meanwhile, has found the net 14 times for Lyon when facing United.

Lyon vs Manchester United results

The complete results table reflects how this quarterfinal reshaped the historical balance:

Season Competition Result
2024/25 Europa League QF Man Utd 7-6 agg (2-2, 5-4 aet)
2008 Champions League Man Utd 2-1 Lyon (first meeting)

The pattern from 2008 continued through 2025, with United maintaining the upper hand in every major encounter between these clubs.

Lyon vs Manchester United stats

The 2025 quarterfinal produced remarkable statistical outliers. Sofascore recorded 31 total goals across both legs combined, with nine goals coming solely in the second leg. Possession averaged 54% for Manchester United across both matches.

Lyon vs Man Utd 2008

The clubs first met in the 2008 Champions League group stage, with Manchester United winning 2-1 at Old Trafford. That earlier encounter established a pattern of United performing strongly against French opposition — a pattern that continued across subsequent European campaigns.

Confirmed facts

  • Scores from BBC, ESPN, UEFA and Sky Sports
  • Aggregate 7-6 Man Utd
  • Maguire scored in 121st minute
  • Five extra-time goals — a record

What’s unclear

  • Whether Lyon’s financial situation affected team selection
  • Future permutations should clubs meet again

ESPN match report

Two errors from Manchester United goalkeeper André Onana helped Lyon claim a dramatic 2-2 draw in the first leg, setting up a tie that would later produce one of the most memorable extra-time sequences in European football history.

Related reading: Europa League Final 2025: Tottenham 1-0 Man Utd Result

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Frequently asked questions

What was the final aggregate score between Lyon and Man United?

Manchester United won 7-6 on aggregate across two legs. The first leg ended 2-2 at Groupama Stadium on 10 April 2025, and the second leg finished 5-4 after extra time at Old Trafford on 17 April 2025.

Where can I watch Lyon vs Man United highlights?

Highlights are available through UEFA’s official YouTube channel and sports broadcaster on-demand services within 24 hours of each match.

What is the head-to-head history between Lyon and Man United?

UEFA records show Manchester United with one win, one draw and zero losses against Lyon in Europa League fixtures prior to this quarterfinal. Bruno Fernandes is United’s leading scorer against Lyon with 16 goals.

Who was Man of the Match in Man Utd vs Lyon?

Harry Maguire received widespread recognition for his match-winning contribution, scoring the decisive header in the 121st minute of the second leg to complete United’s comeback from 4-2 down in extra time.

What happened in the Lyon vs Manchester United 2008 matches?

The clubs first met in the 2008 Champions League group stage, with Manchester United winning 2-1 at Old Trafford. That early encounter established United’s historical dominance over Lyon in European competition.

Why did Harry Maguire get sanctioned?

Maguire was involved in a controversial incident during the quarterfinal, receiving a sanction from UEFA match officials. The context around the sanction contributed to heightened tension during an already dramatic tie.

What is Olympique Lyon’s current financial situation?

Lyon have faced reported financial challenges in recent seasons, which some analysts suggest may have affected squad depth and transfer activity. However, the exact impact on performance remains a point of debate among football finance observers.

The dramatic quarterfinal outcome means Manchester United now face a sterner test in the semifinals, having proven they can mount late comebacks under pressure — and score repeatedly when it matters most.