Oman today_ The second-leg matches of the 2024-25 Europa League quarter-finals kicked off simultaneously last night at 10:30 PM, delivering dramatic and astonishing results. One of the most thrilling games of the stage took place at Old Trafford, where Manchester United secured one of the most epic comebacks in the competition’s history with a 5-4 victory over Lyon. Following a 2-2 draw in the first leg, Manchester United initially took a two-goal lead but conceded two goals later, forcing the game into extra time. In extra time, Lyon, despite being reduced to 10 men, scored two more goals. However, the Red Devils pulled off an unbelievable comeback by scoring three goals in the final 17 minutes to celebrate their advancement. Goals were scored by Manuel Ugarte, Diogo Dalot, Bruno Fernandes (penalty), Kobbie Mainoo, and Harry Maguire.
In another match, Lazio hosted Bodø/Glimt at the Stadio Olimpico and won 3-1, overturning a 2-0 defeat from the first leg. Despite this, the aggregate score tied at 3-3, pushing the game into extra time and eventually penalties. Lazio ultimately lost 3-2 in the shootout and was eliminated from the competition.
Meanwhile, Tottenham defeated Eintracht Frankfurt 1-0 away, and with a 1-1 draw in the first leg, advanced to the semi-finals with a 2-1 aggregate score. Athletic Bilbao also progressed with a 2-0 victory over Glasgow Rangers at home, adding to their goalless draw in the first leg, achieving a 2-0 aggregate result.
The four teams advancing to the semi-finals are Manchester United, Bodø/Glimt, Tottenham, and Athletic Bilbao. According to the schedule, the first leg of the semi-finals will take place on Thursday, May 1, 2025, with Athletic Bilbao hosting Manchester United and Tottenham facing Bodø/Glimt. The second leg will follow on Thursday, May 8, 2025. The Europa League final for the 2024-25 season is scheduled for May 21, 2025.
Tottenham and Bilbao’s Smooth Advancement to the Europa League Semi-Finals
