In an unexpected turn of events, Manchester United defenders Noussair Mazraoui and Victor Lindelof both left Old Trafford at half-time during their Europa League quarter-final against Lyon on Thursday.

Mazraoui started the match but was substituted at half-time, with Victor Lindelof initially warming up to come on. However, Lindelof then returned to the tunnel, and Luke Shaw emerged early to replace Mazraoui.

Both players had to leave the stadium to address urgent family issues. These matters are entirely independent of each other, and the players are fine.

United were leading 2-0 against Lyon when Mazraoui departed, but they found themselves 4-2 down in extra-time. In a remarkable comeback, United scored in the 114th, 120th, and 121st minutes to win 5-4 on the night and 7-6 on aggregate, progressing to the semi-finals.

Lindelof and Shaw’s Recent Form

• Lindelof started alongside Mazraoui in United’s 4-1 defeat at Newcastle on Sunday.
• Shaw’s appearance against Lyon is his most significant playing time since he started for England in the European Championship final in July.

Shaw conceded the penalty that Alexandre Lacazette converted to put Lyon 4-2 up in the 109th minute.

Manchester United: Strength in Adversity

The Red Devils have shown remarkable resilience this season, with their Europa League campaign providing a glimmer of hope for silverware. Ten Hag’s men will now face either Roma or Bayer Leverkusen in the semi-finals, with the first leg scheduled for May 11.

FAQs

Are Mazraoui and Lindelof injured?

A United source has confirmed that neither player is injured. They left the stadium to address urgent family matters.

Will Shaw start against Brighton?

With Shaw’s impressive performance against Lyon, he stands a good chance of starting in Sunday’s Premier League clash against Brighton.

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