'1999 champions league documentary inspired Manchester United’s comeback' - Ruben Amorim

Manchester United staged an incredible comeback against Lyon in the Europa League quarter-final, overturning a 4-2 deficit in extra time to win 5-4 and [7-6 on aggregate]

The dramatic victory was sparked by a Bruno Fernandes penalty in the 120th minute, followed by Kobbie Mainoo’s curling effort, and sealed by Harry Maguire’s decisive header in the 121st minute.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim revealed that watching a documentary about the club’s 1999 Champions League win provided inspiration for the team’s miraculous fightback.

United have history when it comes to European comebacks, memorably beating Bayern Munich 2-1 having trailed 1-0 in second-half stoppage time in the 1999 Champions League final.

Amorim’s tactical decisions, including deploying Maguire as a makeshift striker, paid off in the most dramatic fashion.

“We put Harry Maguire up there because he’s the only guy that can score a goal with his head,” Amorim said,

Maguire’s winning goal was a historic moment, marking the first 120th-minute winner in Europa League history.

The defender’s header sparked chaotic celebrations among the Manchester United players and fans, who were on the brink of despair just minutes earlier. This moment will be etched in the memories of United fans for years to come.