UEFA Europa League - Manchester United VS Athletic Bilbao Prediction
UEFA Europa League - Manchester United VS Athletic Bilbao
Match Time:09-05-2025 03:00 Friday (GMT+8)
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Manchester United
Manchester United enter the second leg with a commanding 3-0 aggregate lead, having secured a dominant away victory at San Mamés. Goals from Casemiro and a brace by Bruno Fernandes, coupled with a red card for Bilbao's Dani Vivian, set the tone for the tie.
Despite this advantage, manager Ruben Amorim remains cautious, highlighting the team's occasional lapses in concentration, as seen in recent matches against Lyon and Brentford. Key players like Casemiro, Bruno Fernandes, and Rasmus Højlund are expected to return to the starting lineup after being rested in the previous match.
Athletic Bilbao
Athletic Bilbao face a daunting task, needing to overturn a 3-0 deficit away from home. Their challenge is compounded by the absence of key players: Nico Williams, Iñaki Williams, and Oihan Sancet are all sidelined due to injuries. Additionally, Dani Vivian is suspended following his red card in the first leg.
Manager Ernesto Valverde has called up several youth players to bolster the squad. Despite the setbacks, the team remains hopeful, drawing inspiration from past comebacks and the belief that a historic turnaround is possible.
Head-to-Head
Historically, Athletic Bilbao have had the upper hand in European competitions against Manchester United:
2012 Europa League Round of 16: Athletic Bilbao won both legs (3-2 at Old Trafford and 2-1 at San Mamés).
2023 Pre-season Friendly: The match ended in a 1-1 draw.
However, the recent 3-0 victory by United in the first leg marks a significant shift in this dynamic.
Nowgoal Prediction: Manchester United 2-0 Athletic Bilbao (Aggregate: 5-0)
Given Manchester United's strong position and home advantage, they are favourites to progress to the final. Athletic Bilbao's injury woes and away form further tilt the balance in United's favour.
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