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The Europa League final takes place in Bilbao on Wednesday, and government officials are ‘nervous’ as thousands of Manchester United and Tottenham fans are set to travel over the coming days.

It will be the fourth time two teams from the same country have contested for the Europa League final, with Tottenham Hotspur named as the designated home team against Manchester United.

Thousands of United fans have planned alternative routes to Bilbao for the final, which is set to be a brilliant occasion.

Although both teams are destined to finish in the bottom half of the Premier League table, they now have one last opportunity to secure Champions League qualification.

Tottenham have already beaten United three times this season. Twice in the Premier League and once in the Carabao Cup. Ruben Amorim will be adamant that his team doesn’t let them win a fourth time in the Europa League final at the San Mames Stadium.

Those travelling to the match are advised to check out fan guides to Bilbao, as the city struggles to host everyone travelling, with many deciding to stay in neighbouring towns.

It’s a great opportunity for the Basque region to welcome more people, and they will benefit financially as a result.

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Basque security advisor ‘nervous’ about Europa League final

The Basque Government is braced for thousands of football fans in Bilbao.

Many of United’s amazing travelling support have already visited Bilbao this season, after facing Athletic Club in the Europa League semi-finals.

However, those fans will notice a big difference in the price of getting to Bilbao for the final. Not that it will stop them from following their team.

Many will travel to the Basque County without a ticket for the game due to limited availability.

The San Mames can hold over 53,000 fans, but just 29,000 tickets will go to fans of United and Tottenham while the remaining tickets will be allocated elsewhere by UEFA.

Those without tickets will likely watch the game in local bars since the fan zone outside San Mames Stadium will shut before kick-off.

There will be a mass police operation in place to ensure safety for everyone in attendance.

The security advisor for the Basque Government, Bingen Zupiria, admits he is feeling ‘nervous’ ahead of the final.

Speaking to SER Deportivos Bilbao, Zupiria said: “We are constantly reviewing the operation. I won’t hide the fact that I’m nervous; this job generates moments of anxiety.”

He added that they are working with police from the United Kingdom to ensure a safe event.

This will require the “largest security deployment” in the history of the Basque Country.

What did Ruben Amorim say about the Europa League final?

Speaking to the press during United’s media open day for the Europa League final, Amorim expressed his belief that the Red Devils will face a different challenge against Tottenham, compared to other teams they have met on their European run this season.

That is because United have struggled against English opposition in the Premier League, but they haven’t failed to break down teams across the continent.

“We’ll play a different game,” Amorim told reporters. “It’s not the same to play against Real Sociedad, or even Lyon or Athletic Bilbao. It’s going to be different. But we are prepared for that.

“The final is completely different, the context is different, the cup is there. We can see the cup. Even the last years with [Erik] ten Hag, with some problems, when they reach the final they were there. You guys know that. This team proved already that in the final they can step up and we know that.”

Roy Keane has had his say on who he thinks will win the Europa League final between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday night.

It will be an all-English final in Bilbao as thousands of Manchester United and Tottenham fans set off on their travels to follow their team in Europe.

The Red Devils will be looking to continue an impressive Europa League campaign as they remain the only team unbeaten in the competition this season. Tottenham will be trying to prevent that while judging multiple injuries in the attack to players like James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski.

Meanwhile, United have several injury concerns in defence, so it balances out.

United and Tottenham go into the final after losing their last Premier League games, with both teams destined to finish in the bottom half of the table after turbulent campaigns.

It has been a season to forget for both teams, who initially felt they would be part of the top-four conversation, although there is still an opportunity to end it on a high.

Roy Keane’s Europa League final prediction

Roy Keane has cast his prediction ahead of the Europa League final.

United and Tottenham are currently preparing for their trip to Bilbao after suffering several injury setbacks in recent weeks.

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The Red Devils suffered a 1-0 defeat against Chelsea ahead of their trip to Spain, while at the same time Tottenham lost 2-0 against Aston Villa.

Amorim is looking to win United’s first European trophy since 2017, and it would be the first of his managerial career, whereas Tottenham would have to look back as far as 1984 for success on the continent.

When asked if will win the Europa League final, Keane gave his reasons for backing United to cross the line, singling out a player he believes can influence the game.

“You still have to fancy United, someone like Bruno can produce, the history of Manchester United still carries a little bit of weight,” Keane told Sky Sports on Friday night.

“There’s not much between them [in the league] but come the crunch, come the final, United’s history in finals, them winning cups the last few years, you’d like to think they would have a bit more knowledge around the game than Spurs.

“That might edge it for them, and I think Bruno can produce that bit of magic.”

Interestingly, Keane named Fernandes as the key player to watch, despite being critical of his leadership qualities in the past.

Keane was joined by Jamie Redknapp in the studio. The former Tottenham midfielder added: “[Dejan] Kuluseveski’s injury is a massive blow for Spurs, it feels like a 50/50 game for me. For Tottenham, it is an opportunity to change the narrative and history of the club.

“If they win a cup, their league position will be irrelevant… if they win a cup, then the players will have hero status.”

Redknapp was unable to predict a winner for the game. He concluded by saying: “I haven’t got a clue!”

Watch the Europa League final for free

Unless you are travelling to Bilbao for next week’s final, you will be able to watch all of the action for free.

Broadcaster TNT Sports have confirmed that Tottenham vs United will be made free for all supporters to watch.

TNT Sports, who have shown Europa League football in the UK all season long, will be showing the game free-to-air on their Discovery+ app. The same applies to the Champions League and Europa Conference League finals later this month.

Those with valid TNT Sports subscriptions should be able to sign into the Discovery+ app.

Manchester United’s Europa League final is still days away and they play Chelsea in the Premier League first, but Ruben Amorim has plenty to fall back on already before facing Spurs.

Ruben Amorim set a challenge to Man Utd after the win against Athletic Club but it backfired sensationally, with the team losing 0-2 to West Ham.

He did so again before the Chelsea game, knowing full well that he needs his team to be at their best against a club that has already beaten United thrice this season.

Of those three occasions, two losses have come under Ruben Amorim, and what he said the last time United lost to Spurs will give Man Utd fans a sense of deja vu.

It’s still true and will decide the Europa League final.

Ruben Amorim’s assessment of Man Utd

Man Utd last faced Spurs on February 16, the week straight from hell when Amorim lost three players to injury during the international break.

Still, United gave a good account of themselves and lost just 1-0 courtesy of an early James Maddison goal.

Maddison will miss the Europa League final, alongside Dejan Kulusevski who is injured and recently underwent surgery.

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However, the theme of that game from United’s POV is something that follows them to this day.

Here are Ruben Amorim’s words after United lost to Spurs that day, and any Man Utd fan will struggle to decipher when they were said, and for which game, if they weren’t told that beforehand.

He said at the time: “I think the big difference was the goal they scored and we didn’t score. We had the chances. We tried a different approach with the players that we had. We created situations.

“In the end, the biggest difference was they scored and we didn’t. You want to score, sometimes in these moments you feel a little frustrated because that can change the game.”

Amorim’s assertion of “We created chances but didn’t score while they did” can be said for pretty much every loss since then, and that’s where the Europa League final will be decided as well.

Man Utd need to find their shooting boots

It’s remarkable that the problem diagnosed by Amorim still remains as chronic as ever three months on and has somehow got worse.

United’s Premier League position would be far better than what it is had the players just taken their chances against the likes of Wolves, Bournemouth, or West Ham, just to name a few.

The team has consistently started to create chances and dominate games, which is a credit to the coach, but they can’t put the ball in the net, where the coach can’t help.

Fans would hope that the wastefulness is washed away in the Premier League because they can’t afford to have a repeat of that 1-0 loss in the Europa League final.

They will get chances, and they need to take them this time.

Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim has admitted that he knows one of Tottenham’s biggest strengths ahead of the 2025 Europa League final next Wednesday.

The Red Devils are within touching distance of major silverware and Ruben Amorim could still lift his first trophy as Manchester United manager before the season is out.

United reached the Europa League final after the Red Devils overcame La Liga club Athletic Club across both legs of their semi-final encounters this month.

The Red Devils defeated the Spanish side 3-0 in the first leg in Bilbao before United came from behind against Athletic Club to seal a 4-1 win at Old Trafford.

United must capture the Europa League trophy this season if the Red Devils want to secure their return to Europe for the 2025-26 campaign under Amorim.

The Red Devils languish in 16th place in the Premier League table and United are unable to secure a place in any European tournament through their league standing.

However, a potential United victory over Tottenham in the 2025 Europa League final in Bilbao would open a path back to the Champions League for Amorim’s men.

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Ruben Amorim breaks silence on Premier League side Tottenham before Man Utd’s Europa League final encounter

Tottenham punched their ticket to the Europa League final after Spurs picked up two wins over Bodo/Glimt across the two legs of their semi-final run in the tournament.

Spurs defeated Bodo/Glimt 3-1 in the home leg at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium earlier this month before Tottenham travelled away and defeated the Norwegian side 2-0.

Ange Postecoglou’s men, much like Ruben Amorim’s side, have struggled in the 2024-25 Premier League campaign and Tottenham are 17th in the table.

Spurs are in the same position as United for trying to secure European football for next season, with the Europa League being their last real shot of securing it.

Speaking to TNT Sports, Amorim believes that a “key point” for United in the all-English Europa League final showdown will be the “set pieces” from Tottenham.

“Set pieces are going to be a key point,” he explained.

“They are really strong on that because they win a lot of corners so that is a key point.”

Ruben Amorim makes his feelings clear on Man Utd as a club ahead of the Europa League final vs Tottenham

Amorim has insisted that United still remain a “top club” amid their turbulent season and the Red Devils’ rich history and support are a reminder of the stature of the club.

“It’s easier for us in other countries to understand how big Manchester United is,” he said.

“Sometimes people here forget about that, but when you come from abroad, you understand this is Manchester United.

“No matter the context, you feel the history and that’s why this club will always be a top club because of the past and everything around it.”

The Europa League final between United and Tottenham will be held at Athletic Club’s San Mames Stadium, with kick-off slated for 8pm UK time on 21st May.

Micah Richards and Gary Lineker could not see eye to eye on one contentious issue surrounding the Europa League final between Manchester United and Tottenham.

Manchester United knocked Athletic Club out of the Europa League semi-finals last Thursday after the Red Devils came from behind at Old Trafford in the return leg.

The Red Devils went 1-0 down in the first half against the La Liga outfit before mounting a second-half comeback and United sealed a 4-1 win over Athletic Club.

United held the advantage over Athletic Club going into the second leg after Ruben Amorim’s side had beaten the 10-man Spanish side in the first leg earlier this month.

United punched their ticket to the Europa League final and Tottenham secured their place in the final after overcoming Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt in the semi-finals.

Spurs defeated Bodo/Glimt 3-1 in the first leg at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium before Ange Postecoglou’s men defeated the Eliteserien outfit 2-0 in the return leg.

The Europa League final between United and Tottenham will be staged at Athletic Club’s San Mames Stadium on 21st May, with kick-off slated for 8pm UK time.

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United and Tottenham are vying to secure the Europa League trophy to ensure their place in Europe for the 2025-26 campaign and play in the Champions League again.

Micah Richards and Gary Lineker argue over the Champions League ‘reward’ for the Europa League winner out of Man Utd and Tottenham

Manchester United languish in 16th place and Ruben Amorim’s men are only one point above 17th-place Tottenham with only two Premier League matches left.

The Red Devils will end the season with their worst finish in the Premier League era, while Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou faces immense pressure over his future.

United have lost 17 times in the Premier League alone in the 2024-25 campaign and Spurs have suffered 20 losses in the league amid their respective woeful seasons.

The poor form of United and Tottenham in the Premier League has sparked debates around the Europa League winner getting into the Champions League.

Gary Lineker, Micah Richards and Alan Shearer discussed the remarks of former Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger about the Europa League and the Champions League.

Arsene Wenger suggested that the Europa League winner should not receive automatic passage to the Champions League for the following campaign.

Speaking on The Rest Is Football podcast, Richards said: “It’s only been highlighted because Spurs and Man United have been so bad in the league. That’s the reward for winning it!”

Lineker added: “It’s not like they’ve thrown this in at the last minute, it’s been like that for a few years.”

Responding to fellow The Rest Is Football podcast co-host Lineker, Richards explained: “It doesn’t sit well with me though that you can be so bad in the league, win a trophy, and then get Champions League football, it’s supposed to be the consistency throughout the season.

“But rules are rules, I don’t think we should start debating that now, it’s been like that for a while and you just roll with it.”

Alan Shearer’s verdict on the Champions League debate around the 2025 Europa League final between Man Utd and Tottenham

Alan Shearer also dropped his two cents amid Gary Lineker and Micah Richards’ discourse around the Europa League winner entering the Champions League.

Speaking on the debate, the Premier League legend said: “That competition’s different this year because the teams that drop out of the Champions League usually go into the Europa League, so I think the standard in that competition has probably not been as high as it has been, hence why teams that are going to finish fourth and fifth bottom of the Premier League are going to be in the Champions League.

“It’s incredible, really, when you think about it. Fourth and fifth bottom of the Premier League, Man United and Spurs, oh my goodness, it’s like… wow.”

United will return to Premier League action on Friday evening against Chelsea at Stamford Bridge before the Europa League final vs Tottenham next Wednesday.

There is now less than one week until the Europa League final, and Tottenham’s chances of success have taken a blow, handing Manchester United the advantage.

It is the season decider for both clubs, after terrible domestic campaigns see Manchester United 16th and Tottenham 17th in the league table.

It is an unprecedented low for United, and for Spurs in the past 15 years, which makes it a potentially massive blow for whichever side loses the Europa League final in Bilbao next week.

Ruben Amorim will therefore have full attention on the game, with the expectation of winning his first trophy for the club and also securing Champions League football and the cash influx it allows.

There will be a quiet confidence around United for the final, considering Tottenham are known for losing in big games, but Gary Neville has admitted Spurs’ team is drastically better on paper, which means they have the quality to win.

Despite this, Neville did suggest two United players would step up and not allow the Red Devils to be defeated on the night due to their winning experience. In addition, Spurs’ chances will have taken a hit with injuries.

Tottenham rule out Dejan Kulusevski with injury

It was last week that Spurs ruled out James Maddison for the Europa League final, with the midfielder’s season over. This was a big blow for Spurs, and saw him join Lucas Bergvall and Radu Dragusin on the injured list.

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These three severely weakened Postecoglou’s side, yet now there has been another star ruled out in the form of their star winger Dejan Kulusevski.

Spurs have confirmed that Kulusevski has now undergone surgery on his injured right patella, which he sustained last weekend.

The confirmation continues that Kulusevski will now commence rehabilitation with medical staff, missing the Europa League final with his season now written off.

The Spurs X account followed this announcement with an image of Kulusevski in a hospital bed with his thumbs up.

This is an absence that will definitely be felt by Spurs, but it will benefit Amorim.

Manchester United will benefit from Dejan Kulusevski missing from the final

This season has already seen United lose three times to Tottenham, which makes this game nerve-wracking and one Amorim must win. Therefore, he will be slightly relieved by Spurs’ weaker line-up.

In addition to the Spurs blow, United have players fighting to be fit like Diogo Dalot and Leny Yoro, meaning Amorim will have a stronger defence to cope with a weaker attack.

Kulusevski joining Maddison on the absentee list means two of their five best attacking outlets are now ruled out, with Son Heung-min, Dominic Solanke, and Brennan Johnson likely to be the starting front three.

Brennan Johnson, 17 goals, 7 assists

Dominic Solanke, 15 goals, 8 assists

James Maddison, 12 goals, 11 assists

Son Heung-min, 11 goals, 12 assists

Dejan Kulusevski, 10 goals, 11 assists

This takes some of the teeth out of this Spurs side, who United have lost narrowly to twice under Amorim, with Maddison the difference in February’s 1-0 defeat and a first 54-minute league cup collapse involving one Kulusevski goal leading to a 4-3 loss.

United won’t have wished injury on anyone, but with the importance of a win, Amorim will be feeling more confident knowing that Spurs’ best player won’t be on the field, giving Patrick Dorgu an easier time.

Gary Neville has dropped an early hint at which Premier League team will come out on top between Manchester United and Tottenham in the 2025 Europa League final.

Manchester United reached the Europa League final after the Red Devils overcame La Liga outfit Athletic Club in the semi-finals of the UEFA tournament.

Ruben Amorim’s men travelled to Spain for the first leg of the semi-finals earlier this month and United defeated 10-man Athletic Club at the San Mames Stadium.

Following United’s 3-0 win over Athletic Club in Spain, the Red Devils hosted the Spanish club at Old Trafford for the return leg in the last four of the Europa League.

United came from behind against Athletic Club in the second leg and the Red Devils thumped the La Liga side 4-1 in the match at Old Trafford last Thursday.

Ruben Amorim’s side punched their ticket to the Europa League final and the 40-year-old United manager is within touching distance of major silverware this season.

United must lift the Europa League trophy on 21st May if the Red Devils want to ensure their place in Europe in the 2025-26 season and in the Champions League.

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Why Gary Neville spotlighted Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes for Man Utd’s 2025 Europa League final clash vs Tottenham

Tottenham defeated Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt in both legs of the Europa League semi-finals to reach the final and to set up an all-English showdown in Spain.

Spurs secured a 3-1 victory over Bodo/Glimt in the first leg at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium before picking up a 2-0 win away from home last Thursday.

The Europa League final will be held at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao, with the match between Manchester United and Spurs slated for an 8pm kick-off time in the UK.

Ruben Amorim has seen United play better in the Europa League and both Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes have impressed for the Red Devils in their 2024-25 run.

Speaking on The Overlap, Gary Neville admitted that Amorim’s United side can “step up for a one-off” match thanks to players like Casemiro and Bruno Fernandes.

However, the 50-year-old United legend said that he could see Spurs lifting the Europa League trophy if the Red Devils cannot improve their performance.

“United do have a couple of players, the likes of Casemiro and Bruno, they have something in them that will step up for a one-off game,” he explained.

“But if the players play like they should, Tottenham should win that game.”

Bruno Fernandes sends warning to Man Utd players ahead of the Europa League final vs Tottenham

Following United’s 2-0 Premier League defeat to West Ham on Sunday, Bruno Fernandes insisted that the Red Devils must first focus on their next match.

“We have some days to recover, to prepare well for that game,” he told MUTV, as per Manchester United’s official website.

“We know it’s going to be a very tough game; Chelsea is fighting for a place in the Champions League, but we want to finish the season in the best way possible.

“So, we need to go to Stamford Bridge and do that, to get the best result there.”

United will face Chelsea at Stamford Bridge in the Premier League on Friday ahead of travelling to Bilbao for the Europa League final against Spurs next Wednesday.

Thousands of Manchester United and Tottenham fans will be finding their way to Bilbao for next Wednesday.

Manchester United fans have already travelled to Bilbao for the Europa League semi-finals this season, whereas it will be a completely new experience for a lot of Tottenham’s travelling support.

The Red Devils booked their place in the Europa League final after beating Real Sociedad, Lyon and Athletic Club in the latter stages. Tottenham had a more straightforward route after beating AZ Alkmaar, Eintracht Frankfurt and Bødo/Glimt.

It promises to be entertaining and all-English in Bilbao, with a lot of factors to consider for those making the eagerly awaited trip.

That is why we have put together a fan guide for those travelling to Bilbao.

Getting to Bilbao

Fans are having mixed experiences getting to and from Bilbao for the Europa League final. The main difficulty for many is finding accommodation due to the prices and lack of availability, with many choosing to stay in neighbouring towns like San Sebastian or Santander.

Those same fans have found many ways to fly to Bilbao, although not all of them were fortunate enough to get direct flights. Another possibility is to fly to Bordeaux before driving on French roads to Bilbao.

If you are still struggling to find accommodation in or near Bilbao, we recommend checking camping sites in the area.

Separate fan zones

The fan zones for Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur fans have been announced ahead of the final. United have got the fan zone in Etzebarria Park, while Tottenham have got the Pozas area which is nearer to the San Mames Stadium.

Places to eat

Bar snacks are popular in Spain. In Bilbao, these are called pintxos – and United fans are expected to try these over the course of next week. They involve a small slice of bread stabbed by a toothpick, with anything of the bar’s choosing attached. These usually involve jamon iberico, tuna paste, stuffed anchovies and chunks of chorizo.

People can also visit the largest covered food market in Europe, the Mercado de la Ribera, which was built in 1929. The elegant art deco building has a surface of 108,000 sq ft and is full of stalls selling local produce, from fresh fish to Basque cheese and cured meats.

It won’t come as a surprise that the biggest football club in Bilbao is Athletic Club. United fans know a great deal about their side already having knocked them out of the competition in the semi-final stages.

However, this time for the final, they will get a chance to mingle with some of the locals.

Top things to do in Bilbao

The first thing on everyone’s agenda next week will be making it to the final on Wednesday night. That will be the biggest show in town, but there will be plenty for people to do in the city ahead of the game or in the days that follow.

People can stroll from the Guggenheim museum to the casco Viejo as the Nervion bends toward the Arenal Bridge. You can also visit Plaza de las Mujeres to see the world go by.

Also take time to relax and enjoy your stay in the Basque region.

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou has provided a major update on one Spurs star amid the build-up for the 2025 Europa League final against Manchester United.

Manchester United reached the Europa League final and the Red Devils are now within touching distance of securing major silverware in their 2024-25 campaign.

The Europa League is crucial to United’s lacklustre season and the Red Devils must lift the trophy if they want to secure a return to Europe for the 2025-26 campaign.

Ruben Amorim’s men ensured their place in the 2025 final in Spain on 21st May after United knocked Athletic Club out of the Europa League semi-finals last Thursday.

United defeated Athletic Club 3-0 in the first leg of the semi-finals at the San Mames Stadium in Bilbao before hosting the La Liga outfit at Old Trafford for the return leg.

Ruben Amorim’s side came from behind in the second leg of the Europa League semi-finals and United defeated Athletic Club 4-1 on the night at Old Trafford.

The Europa League title would open the path back to Champions League football for United next season after a woeful 2024-25 Premier League season.

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Ange Postecoglou speaks out on Tottenham captain Son Heung-min ahead of the 2025 Europa League final vs Man Utd

Tottenham punched their ticket to the 2025 Europa League final after knocking Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt out of the semi-finals last Thursday.

Spurs beat Bodo/Glimt 3-1 in the first leg of the Europa League semi-finals at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium before picking up a 2-0 win away from home.

Tottenham, much like Manchester United, have endured an awful Premier League campaign and their season now hinges on lifting the Europa League trophy.

Ange Postecoglou has now said that it is vital for Tottenham to carefully manage the fitness of Spurs ace Son Heung-min after the player’s return from injury.

“We’ve got enough injuries, I’m putting them in cotton wool for the next 10 days,” he said at a media day on Monday ahead of the Europa League final, as per BBC Sport.

“From a physical standpoint, [Son] is good. It’s important he got some minutes yesterday, more for himself psychologically.

“He had a good session today, didn’t do the whole session because he played yesterday. He feels good and we’ve got eight or nine days to go.

“We can build him up.”

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou on Son Heung-min’s fitness in the preparation for the Europa League final against Man Utd

Spurs star Son Heung-min has scored 11 times and picked up 12 assists in 44 matches across all competitions for Tottenham in the 2024-25 campaign.

Postecoglou has said that he is hopeful that the 32-year-old South Korean forward can now ‘kick on’ in the remainder of the season for Spurs amid his fitness concerns.

“We’ll get him some minutes on Friday and if he trains right through, he’ll be OK,” he said.

“He’s worked hard to get back. It’s a bit of a funny injury. It was just how he progressed and how he felt.

“Hopefully, he kicks on now.”

United and Tottenham’s showdown in the Europa League final is slated for an 8pm kick-off time in the UK at Athletic Club’s San Mames Stadium in Bilbao on 21st May.

Paul Scholes made the call to leave Son Heung-min out of his combined XI featuring Manchester United and Tottenham players ahead of the 2025 Europa League final.

Manchester United reached the Europa League final after the Red Devils overcame La Liga club Athletic Club in the semi-finals of the tournament this season.

Ruben Amorim’s men came from behind last Thursday and United secured a 4-1 win over Athletic Club at Old Trafford in the second leg of the Europa League semi-finals.

United initially beat Athletic Club 3-0 in the first leg at the San Mames Stadium earlier this month and the Red Devils have now punched their ticket to the final.

Tottenham, meanwhile, secured their place in the Europa League final in Spain after beating Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt across both legs of the semi-final.

Spurs picked up a 3-1 win at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium in the first leg before travelling away and Ange Postecoglou’s men sealed a 2-0 win last Thursday.

Ruben Amorim’s United side will now be heading back to Athletic Club’s San Mames Stadium for the Europa League final on 21st May in Bilbao.

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Paul Scholes wanted Man Utd ace ahead of Tottenham captain Son Heung-min in his combined XI ahead of the Europa League final

Manchester United and Tottenham languish in 16th place and 17th place respectively in the Premier League table after woeful seasons for both clubs.

The two Premier League sides now need to lift the Europa League trophy if they want to secure their place in Europe and in the Champions League for next season.

Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham future is uncertain after Spurs’ season and Ruben Amorim could end his campaign with his first piece of silverware as United manager.

Speaking to TNT Sports’ TikTok account, Paul Scholes took part in a challenge where he built his combined United and Tottenham XI ahead of the Europa League final.

The 50-year-old United legend made the controversial decision to snub Tottenham ace Son Heung-min for the left wing spot and he instead picked Alejandro Garnacho.

Posted below is Scholes’ combined XI for United and Tottenham players.

Paul Scholes raises a major Man Utd criticism under Ruben Amorim ahead of the Europa League final showdown with Tottenham

Scholes suggested that United manager Amorim should not have “sacrificed” the Red Devils’ Premier League campaign to now focus on the Europa League run.

“Manchester United should be able to play in two or three competitions at once without sacrificing something, and they’ve clearly sacrificed the league,” he said in his column for TNT Sports.

“I don’t like it and I don’t agree with it and I believe there has to be some sort of standards required in a Premier League team.”