Europa League Final 2025: Manchester United vs Tottenham Hotspur

Where and When the Occasion Will Happen

The stage is set for an exhilarating clash between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League Final of 2025. This prestigious event will be held at the iconic San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao, Spain ,on May 28, 2025. The choice of the San Mamés with a capacity in excess of 50,000, promises a thrilling atmosphere and a fitting backdrop for what promises to be an unforgettable showdown.

Where to watch

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Team News

As the final approaches, both teams are managing their squads carefully to ensure peak performance. 

For Manchester United, they are still sweating over the fitness of Matthijs de Ligt and Leny Yoro for the final.Ruben Amorim revealed there are no fresh injury concerns for his squad ahead of the trip to Bilbao ,Mason Mount ,Bruno Fernandes and Luke Shaw  are expected to be fit for the final after they were withdrawn from action against Chelsea.

Tottenham, on the other hand, Pape Matar Sarr was taken off against Aston Villa with Ange Postecoglu suggesting he felt something on his back hence they took him off as a precaution,Mikey more was also replaced in the final minutes on what Ange called 'Possible Fatigue' in his press conference.

Radu Dragusin(knee), Dejan Kulusevski(knee), James Maddison(knee), Lucas Bergvall(ankle) and Timo Werner(hamstring) are all expected to miss out with various injury which could be a significant blow to their plans.

Team Analysis: Key Players to Watch, Recent Form, Strengths, and Weaknesses

Manchester United

Key Players to Watch:

-Bruno Fernandes: The creative force in midfield, known for his ability to unlock defenses with his vision and passing and also ability to chip in crucial goals .

- Amad Diallo:His speed and finishing make him a constant threat on the counter-attack.

Recent Form:

Manchester United have been in scintillating in the europa league, including a convincing victory over Athletic Bilbao in the semi-finals.

League form is poor overall with 10 wins, 9 draws and 18 losses placing them 16th out of 20 teams .

Strengths:

- A dynamic midfield capable of controlling the tempo of the game, creating chances and scoring goals .

Weaknesses:

- Susceptibility to set-piece situations, which has cost them goals in the past.

- Missing clear cut chances

Tottenham Hotspur

Key Players to Watch:

- Domnic Solanke:A prolific goal scorer whose presence in the box is a constant danger.

- Son Heung-min:His pace and ability to create chances out of nothing make him a key asset.

Recent Form:

Tottenham have also been in poor shape, with 1 win and 2 draw and 2 losses in their last five games placing 17th out of 20 teams.

Strengths:

- An attack that can break down any defense with its fluidity and creativity on their day.

- A strong team spirit and a never-say-die attitude.

Weaknesses:

- A tendency to concede cheap goals, which could be crucial in a tight final.

Predicted Starting Eleven

Manchester United:

- Man United predicted lineup (3-4-2-1, right to left): Onana (GK), Lindelof, Maguire, Shaw; Diallo, Ugarte, Casemiro, Mazraoui; Fernandes, Mount; Hojlund

Tottenham Hotspur:

- Guglielmo Vicario(Gk); Pedro Porro, Cristian Romero, Micky Van de Ven, Destiny Udogie; Rodrigo Bentancur, Yves Bissouma, Wilson Odobert; Brennan Johnson, Heung-Min Son, Dominic Solanke 

Results Prediction

Predicting the outcome of such a tightly contested match is challenging, but given the form and historical context, Manchester United might have a slight edge. A 2-1 victory for Manchester United seems plausible, with the game likely to be decided by moments of brilliance from key players on both sides.

Referee

Germany's Felix Zwayer will referee the 2025 UEFA Europa League final between Tottenham and Manchester United, to be played at San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao, Spain on Wednesday 21 May.

What Happens Next if Either Manchester United or Tottenham Hotspur Win the Europa Final?

If Manchester United Wins:

Victory in the Europa League would secure Manchester United a spot in the following season's Champions League, regardless of their league position. This would be a significant boost, providing them with more resources and prestige. Additionally, it would be a major morale booster for the team and fans, setting a positive tone for the upcoming season.

If Tottenham Hotspur Wins:

For Tottenham, winning the Europa League would also guarantee a Champions League spot, which is crucial given their fluctuating performance in domestic competitions. It would represent a triumphant return to Europe's elite competition and could mark the beginning of a new era under their current management.

 Ange Postecoglou also believes winning the Europa League and ending Tottenham's 17-year wait for a trophy could be a turning point for the club.

On top of all this ,financial aspect cannot be ignored as winning the Europa League title Wednesday will net United or Hotspur around $29 million total, according to UEFA's payout schedule.