Lyon 2-2 Man Utd: Onana’s Errors Prove Costly

Manchester United were denied a first-leg victory in their Europa League quarter-final against Lyon after goalkeeper Andre Onana’s mistakes led to both of the French side’s goals in a 2-2 draw.

The Cameroonian, who had confidently claimed United were "way better" than Lyon before the match, was at fault for the opener, misjudging Thiago Almada’s 25th-minute free-kick. Defender Leny Yoro leveled just before halftime, capitalizing on a loose ball in the box.

United appeared to have snatched a late win when Joshua Zirkzee headed in Bruno Fernandes’ cross in the 88th minute. However, Onana’s night took another turn when he parried a close-range effort straight to Rayan Cherki, who equalized in stoppage time.

Despite Lyon creating better chances—with Alexandre Lacazette and Corentin Tolisso wasting key opportunities—United’s counterattacks kept them in the game. The result leaves the tie finely balanced ahead of next week’s return leg at Old Trafford.

Key Stat: Onana has now committed eight errors leading to goals since the start of last season—more than any other Premier League goalkeeper. Lyon remain winless in five competitive meetings with United. #manchesterunited #eropa