‘These moments can change quite a bit’

Ruben Amorim believes Manchester United’s astonishing comeback towards Lyon to achieve the Europa League semi-final might be the spark to reignite the Crimson Devils’ fortunes below the Portuguese coach.

United scored three objectives within the ultimate seven minutes of additional time in a exceptional contest at Previous Trafford to progress to the final 4 the place they’ll meet Athletic Bilbao after a 7-6 mixture victory.

Amorim’s group have endured a torrid time this season however all that appeared forgotten when Harry Maguire discovered the web within the 121st minute of the sport to provide United a 5-4 win and ship the house crowd into raptures.

The hosts had raced into a snug 2-0 at half-time by Manuel Ugarte and Diogo Dalot however Lyon hit again with second-half objectives from Corentin Tolisso and Nicolas Tagliafico.

Tolisso was then despatched off shortly earlier than the tip of regular time, nonetheless, regardless of being a participant down, the guests shocked their hosts in additional time with objectives from Rayan Cherki and Alexandre Lacazette.

United then staged a valiant comeback of their very own courtesy of Bruno Fernandes and Kobbie Mainoo earlier than Maguire’s header sparked jubilant scenes within the stands.

Into the semi-finals!#MUFC || #UEL

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) April 17, 2025

It introduced an finish to what was an enthralling contest at Previous Trafford. And Amorim was fast to quote one other memorable night within the annals of United historical past.

“I used to be watching once more the ‘99 documentary for inspiration for these moments. It was an incredible evening,” mentioned the United boss.

“The group had been drained and you’re feeling it throughout the recreation. In the long run you suppose it’s over however right here [Old Trafford] it’s by no means over.

“I really feel that right here every little thing is feasible. You’re feeling the surroundings.”

Amorim admitted that enjoying each Premier League and European video games has taken its toll on the physicality of his squad.

And whereas the United supervisor additionally known as for enchancment from his facet, he mentioned a morale-boosting victory can have wide-reaching penalties however burdened that supporters might want to settle for him prioritising the Europa League.

“We’ve got quite a bit to enhance however the character was there,” mentioned Amorim.

“The reflection of the coach is the league. You will be good in European video games however your reflection as a group is the league and we’re below performing.

“However it’s important to see the context. You may see that we lack lots of traits in our group. After we play towards European groups, you’ll be able to really feel that we will cope higher with that [physicality]. Within the Premier League we undergo quite a bit.

“That is one kind of second that may change lots of issues. Typically we simply have a look at the tactical points, the bodily points. However these kind of moments can change quite a bit within the gamers’ minds.

“We should be actually targeted on Europa league and take a threat typically with the children within the Premier League. And the followers have to know that.”