The UEFA Europa League quarter-final lineup is set after an action-packed Thursday night, with Bruno Fernandes making history and English teams progressing in style. Manchester United, Tottenham, and Rangers all secured their spots in the last eight, while Athletic Club, Eintracht Frankfurt, Lazio, Bodø/Glimt, and Lyon joined them in the next round.
Bruno Fernandes’ Hat-Trick Leads Manchester United to Victory
Manchester United overcame Real Sociedad 4-1 (agg: 5-2), with Bruno Fernandes netting the first hat-trick of this season’s Europa League. La Real took an early lead through a Mikel Oyarzabal penalty, but Fernandes responded with two precise penalties of his own.
United capitalized on the momentum after Real Sociedad’s Jon Aramburu was dismissed, with Rasmus Højlund assisting Fernandes for his third goal before setting up Diogo Dalot for a thunderous finish.
Tottenham Edge AZ Alkmaar in Thrilling Encounter
Tottenham defeated AZ Alkmaar 3-1 (agg: 3-2) to secure their place in the quarter-finals. Heung-Min Son’s high pressing forced an early mistake, allowing Dominic Solanke to set up Wilson Odobert for the opening goal.
James Maddison extended Spurs’ aggregate lead with a well-taken finish, but Peer Koopmeiners struck to restore parity. However, another fast counterattack saw Solanke assist Odobert for the decisive goal in the 74th minute.
Rangers Triumph Over Fenerbahçe in Penalty Shootout
Rangers progressed after a tense 0-2 loss (agg: 3-3, 3-2 on pens) against Fenerbahçe. Sebastian Szymański and Mert Müldür scored to level the aggregate score, but neither team could find a breakthrough in extra time. Jack Butland made two crucial penalty saves before Mert Hakan Yandaş missed his spot-kick, sending Rangers through.
Athletic Club, Lyon, and Eintracht Frankfurt Impress
Athletic Club defeated Roma 3-1 (agg: 4-3) with Nico Williams starring, while Lyon thrashed FCSB 4-0 (agg: 7-1) with Georges Mikautadze and Ernest Nuamah scoring twice each. Eintracht Frankfurt also cruised past Ajax 4-1 (agg: 6-2).
What’s Next?
Key dates
- Quarter-finals: April 10 & 17
- Semi-finals: May 1 & 8
- Final: May 22 (Dublin, Ireland)
With the quarter-final draw looming, fans can expect thrilling matchups featuring:
- Manchester United vs. Lyon
- Tottenham vs. Eintracht Frankfurt
- Rangers vs. Athletic Club
- Lazio vs. Bodø/Glimt
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