Terrible new hits Manchester United as the club who had an unbelievable comeback against Lyon face Europa League suspension worries as worst-case scenario starts to emerge which can lead to the club losing it chance at the semi finals

Manchester United remain in high spirits following a dramatic win over Lyon in the Europa League quarter-finals on Thursday night.

Despite trailing after Alexandre Lacazette converted a penalty to make it 4-2 on the night and 6-4 on aggregate in Lyon’s favor, United staged a remarkable comeback. Goals from Bruno Fernandes (penalty), Kobbie Mainoo, and a last-gasp header from Harry Maguire – who had been pushed up front in a desperate tactical switch – saw the Red Devils pull off a sensational turnaround and keep their Champions League qualification hopes alive.

Adding to the positives, midfielders Casemiro and Manuel Ugarte managed to avoid picking up bookings, meaning they will be available for the first leg of the semi-final against Athletic Bilbao. Both were carrying two yellow cards going into the match, and a further caution would have ruled them out of the next fixture. Now, with yellow card counts reset, they are no longer at risk of a suspension from another booking.

However, United still face potential disciplinary concerns. If any player receives a straight red card in the semi-finals, they will miss the final should United progress. A sending-off due to two yellow cards would also lead to a one-match ban, which could impact the final depending on when the incident occurs.

Athletic Bilbao faced similar risks in their recent clash with Rangers, with six players one booking away from suspension. Fortunately, all avoided cautions and are available for selection. Yuri Berchiche was also in danger but sat out the match due to injury.

Both teams must now tread carefully in the semi-finals to avoid disciplinary setbacks that could affect their chances in a potential final appearance
That Lyon comeback was *peak United drama*—rollercoaster football at its finest. Coming back from 6–4 down on aggregate, with **Bruno’s composure, Mainoo’s brilliance, and Maguire’s clutch header**? It’s the kind of night that *writes itself into the club’s European folklore*. And pushing Maguire up front? Amorim went full-Fergie with that one.

The **disciplinary escape** for Casemiro and Ugarte is massive too. They were walking a tightrope, and keeping both fit and available for the **Bilbao semi-final first leg** is crucial—especially with how pivotal they’ve become in the midfield balance.

But the job’s far from done:

– **Athletic Club are no pushovers**. They’re physical, smart on the counter, and like United, they’re dreaming of that Europa League trophy.
– Both sides dodged suspension bullets in the quarters, but the **semi-final is dangerous territory**—one misstep, one moment of red mist, and it could cost a player their shot at the final.

United’s biggest test now? **Control and composure**, not just quality. They’ve got momentum—but can they stay sharp and disciplined under pressure?

If United make it past Bilbao and into the final, *who do you think has been the unsung hero of this Europa League run so far?*