Bruno Fernandes Hat-Trick Propels United Forward

Bruno Fernandes led Manchester United to a decisive 4-1 victory over Real Sociedad in the Europa League, securing their place in the quarter-finals with a 5-2 aggregate score. Fernandes scored a hat-trick, including two penalties, in a match that also saw Sociedad reduced to 10 men after Jon Aramburu's red card. Manchester United will face Olympique Lyonnais in the next round. Meanwhile, Tottenham Hotspur overcame AZ Alkmaar 3-1, courtesy of two goals from Wilson Odobert, securing a 3-2 aggregate win. Spurs will meet Eintracht Frankfurt in the quarter-finals. Both Manchester United and Tottenham are aiming for Europa League success amid challenging domestic seasons, with the tournament offering a chance for silverware and Champions League qualification.