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Watch VideoMan Utd stun Lyon in nine-goal thriller to secure Europa League semi-final spot

Manchester United secured a dramatic Europa League semi-final spot with a thrilling 5-4 extra-time victory over Lyon, progressing 7-6 on aggregate, thanks to a late resurgence highlighted by goals from Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, and Harry Maguire.

Sport Soccer
AFP|Published

Watch VideoWhy No 10 may be Kobbie Mainoo's best position for Manchester United after Europa League masterclass

Manchester United manager Rubin Amorim highlighted his decision to give Kobbie Mainoo a more attacking midfield role, instead of his usual holding position.

Sport Soccer Europa League
John Goliath|Published

Ruben Amorim keen to keep hold of Kobbie Mainoo, Alejandro Garnacho

Manchester United sit 13th in the Premier League and have won only four of Ruben Amorim's 12 games in charge so far.

Sport Soccer Premier League
AFP|Published

COMMENT: Erik ten Hag should have been fired after winning FA Cup in May

It’s never nice to wish unemployment on anyone - even an elite Dutch manager fetching millions of pounds, but it was inevitable that it would end in the sack for Erik ten Hag, Sihle Mlambo writes.

Sport Soccer Premier League
Sihle Mlambo|Published

Joshua Zirkzee an instant hero as Manchester United beat Fulham in Premier League opener

Joshua Zirkzee made himself a Manchester United hero on his debut with a late winner to beat Fulham 1-0 in the opening match of the Premier League season on Friday.

Sport Soccer Premier League
Michael Andisile Mayalo|Published