Epic European Football Comebacks: Manchester United's Thrilling Victory Over Lyon
Relive Manchester United's dramatic comeback against Lyon in the Europa League, alongside other historic European football turnarounds.










Manchester United's Stunning Comeback Against Lyon
Manchester United showcased their never-say-die attitude with a breathtaking late fightback to defeat Lyon and secure a spot in the Europa League semi-finals. Trailing 4-2, United scored twice in the final minute of extra time to clinch a 5-4 victory at Old Trafford, advancing with a 7-6 aggregate win. This match is now etched in history as one of the greatest comebacks in European football.
Historic European Football Turnarounds
Ajax 2-3 Tottenham (2019)
Tottenham's miraculous comeback against Ajax in the 2019 Champions League semi-final is unforgettable. Trailing 3-0 on aggregate, Lucas Moura's hat-trick, including a last-minute goal, propelled Spurs to their first Champions League final on away goals.
Liverpool 4-0 Barcelona (2019)
Liverpool's Anfield magic was on full display as they overturned a 3-0 deficit against Barcelona. Goals from Divock Origi and Georginio Wijnaldum, along with a quick-thinking corner from Trent Alexander-Arnold, sealed a 4-3 aggregate victory.
Fulham 4-1 Juventus (2010)
Fulham's remarkable comeback against Juventus in the Europa League last-16 saw them overcome a 3-1 first-leg deficit. Zoltan Gera's brace and Clint Dempsey's chip were pivotal in a 5-4 aggregate win.
Red Bull Salzburg 4-1 Lazio (2018)
Salzburg's thrilling 4-1 victory over Lazio in the Europa League quarter-finals included three goals in just 247 seconds, the fastest in the competition's history, turning a 4-2 deficit into a 6-5 aggregate win.
Barcelona 6-1 Paris St-Germain (2017)
Barcelona's 'La Remontada' against PSG is legendary. Trailing 4-0 from the first leg, Barcelona scored six goals, including three in the final seven minutes, to win 6-5 on aggregate.
AC Milan 3-3 Liverpool (2005)
Liverpool's Istanbul miracle in the 2005 Champions League final saw them recover from a 3-0 half-time deficit to win on penalties, marking one of the most dramatic finals in history.
Paris St-Germain 1-3 Manchester United (2019)
Manchester United's comeback against PSG in the Champions League last-16 was historic. Trailing 2-0 from the first leg, goals from Romelu Lukaku and Marcus Rashford's last-minute penalty secured a 3-3 aggregate win on away goals.
Manchester United 2-1 Bayern Munich (1999)
Manchester United's Treble-clinching victory over Bayern Munich in the 1999 Champions League final is iconic. Late goals from Teddy Sheringham and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer in stoppage time sealed a 2-1 win.
These matches exemplify the drama and unpredictability of European football, showcasing the resilience and determination of teams to fight until the very end.