Bruno Fernandes Hat-Trick Propels Manchester United to Europa League Quarterfinals

Manchester United overturned an early deficit to defeat Real Sociedad 4-1, advancing with a 5-2 aggregate victory behind Fernandes' leadership and scoring prowess.

• Bruno Fernandes scored a hat-trick, including two penalties, to lead Manchester United past Real Sociedad and into the Europa League quarterfinals against Lyon.
• Real Sociedad initially took the lead with a penalty from Mikel Oyarzabal, but Fernandes quickly equalized with a penalty of his own, setting the tone for United's comeback.
• Teenagers Ayden Heaven and Patrick Dorgu impressed in key roles, with Dorgu winning the second penalty and Heaven showcasing composure in defense during his first senior start.
• United capitalized on Sociedad's second-half red card, with Diogo Dalot adding a late goal to seal a dominant 4-1 home victory at Old Trafford.
• Manager Ruben Amorim praised Fernandes' leadership and contributions, as the Portuguese midfielder has been directly involved in 11 of United's last 13 goals.

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