Mazraoui, Lindelof Depart Man Utd Match for Family Issues

During Manchester United's dramatic 5-4 extra-time victory over Lyon in the Europa League quarter-final, defenders Noussair Mazraoui and Victor Lindelof were forced to leave Old Trafford at half-time due to separate urgent family issues. Mazraoui had started the match but was substituted at the break, while Lindelof was preparing to come on before both players departed the stadium. Their absences prompted Luke Shaw, just returning from injury, to play significantly more minutes than planned, ultimately contributing to a match in which United twice squandered leads but completed a stunning comeback. Manager Ruben Amorim confirmed the family emergencies were unrelated and that both players are fine. Despite the disruptions, late goals from Bruno Fernandes, Kobbie Mainoo, and Harry Maguire secured United's place in the semi-finals against Athletic Club. Amorim drew inspiration from the club’s historic comebacks, emphasizing the never-say-die spirit at Old Trafford.