Bale is a Lyon tamer

Friday 15 February 2013

Bale is a Lyon tamer

Gareth Bale scored two sensational free-kicks as Tottenham gained the advantage over Lyon with a thrilling last-gasp win in the Europa League at White Hart Lane.

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Samuel Umtiti looked like he had earned a draw for Lyon when he smashed home a stunning half-volley equaliser in the 55th minute, but once again Bale came to the rescue for Spurs.

The Welshman put Tottenham ahead with another physics-defying set piece from 35 yards in first-half stoppage time, and he came up with the goods again just 10 seconds from the final whistle.

Newcastle drew 0-0 with Metalist Kharkiv in their Europa League last 32 first leg at St James' Park.

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