"We Are Better Than Man U, We Aren't Afraid Of Them" - Lyon's Cherki Says After 2-2 Draw

Rayan Cherki expressed confidence following Lyon's thrilling 2-2 draw against Manchester United in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League quarter-final. The match, held at the Groupama Stadium, saw Lyon secure a dramatic equalizer in stoppage time, courtesy of Cherki himself.

Reflecting on the game, Cherki stated, "We were much better than them (Manchester United). We know they are a good team, but we have never been afraid of them and we will never be afraid of them."

The match began with Thiago Almada giving Lyon the lead in the 25th minute through a well-placed free-kick. Manchester United responded just before halftime, with Leny Yoro heading in a rebound to level the score. Late in the second half, Joshua Zirkzee's header seemed to secure a victory for United, but Cherki's composed finish in the dying moments ensured the tie remains evenly poised.

Looking ahead to the second leg, Cherki declared, "We will go there to attack." The decisive encounter at Old Trafford promises to be an intense battle as both teams vie for a spot in the semi-finals.