Athletic Club vs Manchester United Combined XI | Europa League 2024-25 Semi-Final First Leg

The Red Devils’ season depends on the success in this competition

Athletic Club will host Manchester United at the San Mamés in the first leg of the semi-final of the UEFA Europa League 2024-25 season. The Basque club beat Rangers to qualify for the semi-final, while United beat Lyon to qualify for the semi-final. Bilbao will also have it in their mind to win this tournament and qualify for the Champions League next season. While the Red Devils have been dismal in the Premier League, the Europa League is their chance to play in Europe next season.

Gomez and Sancet will be missing the game for Athletic Club, while Heaven, Martinez, De Ligt, Dalot, Collyer, Diallo and Zirkzee will be missing this game for United. In this piece, we have created the best combined XI, keeping in mind the available players for this game.

Formation: 4231

Andre Onana (Manchester United – GK)

Andre Onana has made a lot of blunders for United this season, but we have no other option other than choosing the most experienced goalkeeper in this game. Onana has conceded 16 goals and kept one clean sheet in 10 matches in the Europa League this season. However, he might bring up his best performance on the big stage for United amidst criticism.

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Óscar de Marcos (Athletic Club – RB)

Óscar de Marcos will be our right-back in this game. He has conceded five goals and kept four clean sheets in 10 matches in the Europa League this season. Moreover, he has also provided two assists in the competition. His defensive solidity, attacking runs, stamina, and experience should make him the key player in this position for this game.

Yeray Álvarez (Athletic Club – CB)

Yeray Álvarez will be one of the center-backs for our combined XI. He has conceded two goals and kept three clean sheets in five matches in the competition. He has also scored one goal. Yeray Alvarez’s defensive prowess, aerial strength, and ability to stay composed under pressure should strengthen Athletic Club’s backline.

Harry Maguire (Manchester United – CB)

Harry Maguire will be the defensive partner of Yeray for our team. He has conceded five goals and scored two goals in the five Europa League matches that he has been part of this season. Harry Maguire’s aerial dominance, physicality, and leadership should anchor Manchester United’s defense. He will help build up attacks with his range of passing.

Patrick Dorgu (Manchester United – LB)

Patrick Dorgu will be the left-back for our combined XI. He has conceded eight goals and kept one clean sheet in the eight matches that he has been part of in the Europa League. Patrick Dorgu’s athleticism, technical skill, and versatility as a wing-back should enhance Manchester United in this game.

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Casemiro (Manchester United – DM):

Casemiro will be one of the pivot midfielders in our formation. He has two assists in 10 Europa League matches this season. Casemiro’s physical strength, tactical awareness, and inch-perfect passing will anchor Manchester United’s midfield. He will break up play and dictate tempo with authority.

Manuel Ugarte (Manchester United – DM):

Manuel Ugarte will be the central midfielder in this formation. He has scored one goal and provided two assists in eight matches in the Europa League this season. Manuel Ugarte’s tackling and accurate passing will anchor Manchester United’s midfield. He will be pressing up and his defensive awareness will disrupt Athletic Club’s attack.

Alejandro Garnacho (Manchester United – RW):

Alejandro Garnacho will be playing as a right-winger in this formation. He has scored one goal and provided four assists in 12 Europa League matches so far this season. Alejandro Garnacho’s pace and dribbling will aid in Manchester United’s attack and create chances with direct runs in behind the defense.

Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United – CAM)

Bruno Fernandes has been the most important player for United this season and will be the attacking midfielder in our formation. He has scored five goals and provided three assists in 11 Europa League games this season. Bruno Fernandes’ vision, creativity, and ability to score in important moments will drive Manchester United’s attack with leadership.

Nico Williams (Athletic Club – LW)

Nico Williams should be back for this game from injury and will be our left winger. He has scored five goals and provided two assists in 12 matches in the Europa League so far this season. Nico Williams’ speed, dribbling, and two-footedness will enhance Athletic Club’s wings and will create chances for the team.

Inaki Williams (Athletic Club – ST)

Inaki Williams will be the striker in our formation. He has scored five goals and provided one assist in 11 Europa League games so far this season. Inaki Williams’ breathtaking pace, work rate, and clinical finishing will power Athletic Club’s attack in this game.

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