Athletic Club vs Manchester United Prediction, lineups, betting tips & odds | UEFA Europa League 2024-25 semi-final first-leg

The last encounter between the two sides ended in a draw.

Athletic Club are all set to host Manchester United in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League 2024-25 semi-final. San Mames Stadium is all set for a fiery clash between the two sides.

Athletic Club will be at home for the first leg, which will be a big advantage for them. They are coming in after defeating Rangers FC in the previous round of the UEFA Europa League.

The first leg of their quarter-final against Rangers ended in a draw. But Athletic Bilbao secured an easy win in the second leg, where they were the hosts. The hosts might create some problems for the Red Devils here.

🔨 The work doesn't stop at Lezama!👌 Preparing for #AthleticMUFC#UniqueInTheWorld 🦁 pic.twitter.com/P7M0Crn3sy

— Athletic Club (@Athletic_en) April 28, 2025

Manchester United will be travelling away from home for the first leg. They secured a dramatic win over Lyon in the UEL quarter-final to progress. It was one of the most intense games of the competition.

United might be low in confidence as they have not been able to win any of their last two games since their Europa League win. Ruben Amorim’s men will have to step up with a new strategy if they want to outplay their LaLiga side opponents.

Kick-off:

• Location: Bilbao, Spain
• Stadium: San Mames Stadium
• Date: Friday, May 2
• Kick-off Time: 00:30 IST / Thursday, May 1: 19:00 GMT/ 14:00 ET/ 11:00 PT
• Referee: TBD
• VAR: In use

Form:

Athletic Club: D-W-W-L-W

Manchester United: D-L-W-L-D

Players to Watch

Nico Williams (Athletic Club)

Nico Williams will play a crucial role in the attacking front for the Athletic Club here. He has eight goal contributions in 12 UEFA Europa League games for his side this season. Williams has scored two goals in the last three games for Athletic Bilbao and will be looking to add more to his tally.

Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)

From controlling the midfield to scoring the goals, the Portuguese midfielder has been in great form for the Red Devils. Bruno Fernandes knows how to create trouble for the opponent’s defence with his timed passes. He was one of the goal scorers for the Red Devils against Lyon and will yet again be looking to help his side.

A creative force for the Reds again 🫡#MUFC || #PL

— Manchester United (@ManUtd) April 28, 2025

Match Facts

• Manchester United are yet to win a match against Athletic Club.
• Athletic Bilbao have won three of their last five games.
• United have only won one of their last five games.

Athletic Club vs Manchester United: Betting Tips and Odds

• Match to end in a draw @12/5 bet365
• Nico Williams to score @17/2 Skybet
• Goals under 2.5 @20/27 Bet Goodwin

Injury and Team News

Oihan Sancet is injured and will not be in action for Athletic Club.

Manchester United will be without the services of Diogo Dalot, Amad Diallo, Joshua Zirkzee, Lisandro Martinez and Toby Collyer as they are injured. Matthijs de Ligt and Ayden Heaven’s availability depends on their match fitness.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 3

Athletic Club won: 2

Manchester United won: 0

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups

Athletic Club predicted lineup (4-2-3-1)

Simon (GK); Gorosabel, Nunez, Paredes, Boiro; Prados, Vesga; Inaki Williams, Berenguer, Nico Williams; Guruzeta

Manchester United predicted lineup (3-4-2-1)

Onana (GK); Yoro, Maguire, Shaw; Mazraoui, Casemiro, Fernandes, Dorgu; Garnacho, Mainoo; Hojlund

Match Prediction

These two sides are ready to produce an electrifying and close contest. The Athletic Club vs Manchester United UEFA Europa League semi-final first leg is likely to end in a draw.

Prediction: Athletic Club 1-1 Manchester United

Telecast Details

India – Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK – TNT Sports

US – fubo TV, Paramount+

Nigeria – DStv Now

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