Maguire’s moment of magic against Bilbao breaks the internet

Harry Maguire, a man often in the headlines for all the wrong reasons, has just flipped the script, and the internet is loving it.

During Manchester United’s 3–0 victory over Athletic Bilbao in the Europa League semi-final first leg on Thursday, May 1, 2025, the centre-back produced a jaw-dropping moment of skill that no one saw coming.

Early in the first half, Maguire surged forward from the back, gliding down the right flank.

He coolly faked out a defender with a drop of the shoulder before whipping in a dangerous cross, one that found Manuel Ugarte in perfect position to assist Casemiro for the opening goal.

The unexpected burst of flair has since gone viral, with fans across social media platforms lighting up with reactions ranging from stunned disbelief to pure admiration.

On X (formerly Twitter), the phrase “Harrydinho” quickly began trending, as users flooded the timeline with memes, praise, and tongue-in-cheek comparisons to Ronaldinho and Ronaldo.

Footage of the run has already racked up millions of views across platforms. The clip has been shared by fan pages, pundits, and even former players, all equally stunned by what they witnessed.

For a player whose career has been a rollercoaster of highs, lows, and relentless scrutiny, this brief but brilliant moment felt like pure redemption, and the football world noticed.

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