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

The Red Devils dominated the proceedings in the first leg.

Manchester United are all set to host Athletic Club in the second leg of the UEFA Europa League 2024-25 semi-final. Old Trafford is ready for a high-stakes confrontation between the Red Devils and Ernesto Valverde’s men.

Manchester United came up with a top performance in the first leg and are still undefeated in the UEFA Europa League this season. They scored three goals while being away from home and conceded none. It was a good display by the Red Devils in the final third.

This is going to be beneficial for them in the second leg. However, they will have to stay cautious and should not allow visitors to take many chances. Ruben Amorim’s men are coming in after losing their Premier League fixture against Brentford.

Athletic Club displayed a poor performance at home, and things are very tough now for them. Ernesto Valverde’s men will be away from home and are trailing by three goals. They will come onto the pitch with an immense amount of pressure.

Athletic Bilbao are capable of making a comeback, but they have a mountain to climb in front of them. The LaLiga side should not miss out on any of their chances. This might help them to stand a chance against Man United in the second leg.

Kick-off:

• Location: Manchester, England
• Stadium: Old Trafford
• Date: Friday, May 9
• Kick-off Time: 00:30 IST / Thursday, May 8: 19:00 GMT/ 14:00 ET/ 11:00 PT
• Referee: Daniel Siebert
• VAR: In use

Form:

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

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

Players to Watch

Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)

The Portuguese midfielder, who has led the Red Devils to numerous victories this season, is yet again going to play an important role. Bruno Fernandes came up with a brace in the first leg and will be looking to engrave his name on the scoresheet once again. He has 10 goal contributions in 12 UEFA Europa League games this season.

Ugarte's assist 🥵Bruno's finish 🥶@ManUtd | #UEL pic.twitter.com/tbv8X0r5AB

— UEFA Europa League (@EuropaLeague) May 3, 2025

Alex Berenguer (Athletic Club)

Alex Berenguer will have an important role to play in the attacking front due to the absence of the Williams brothers. The 29-year-old has 12 goal involvements in the LaLiga this season and is yet to score a goal in the UEFA Europa League.

Athletic Bilbao need a strong attacking front in the second leg as they are on a three-goal advantage and Alex Berenguer can step up to help them stand a chance against Man United.

Match Facts

• Athletic Club have not won any of their last two games against the Red Devils.
• Ernesto Valverde’s men are on a two-match winless run.
• Man United are undefeated in the Europa League this season.

Man United vs Athletic Club: Betting Tips and Odds

• Manchester United to win @11/10 William Hill
• Bruno Fernandes to score @13/2 Quinnbet
• Goals over 3.5 @5/2 Unibet

Injury and Team News

Matthijs de Ligt, Joshua Zirkzee, Diogo Dalot, Lisandro Martinez and Toby Collyer will not be in action for Manchester United as they are injured.

Athletic Club will be without the services of Oihan Sancet as he is injured and Daniel Vivian as he is suspended. Nico Williams and Inaki Williams are also not travelling with the Athletic Bilbao squad to face the Red Devils.

Head-to-Head

Total matches: 4

Manchester United won: 1

Athletic Club won: 2

Draws: 1

Predicted Lineups

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

Onana (GK); Lindelof, Maguire, Yoro; Mazraoui, Casemiro, Ugarte, Dorgu; Garnacho, Fernandes; Amad

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

Simon (GK); De Marcos, Vivian, Yeray, Berchiche; De Galarreta, Jauregizar; Djalo, Gomez, Berenguer; Sannadi

Match Prediction

Ruben Amorin’s men do have a three-goal cushion coming in from the first leg. Manchester United are likely to defeat Athletic Club in the UEFA Europa League 2024-25 semi-final second leg.

Prediction: Manchester United 3-2 Athletic Club

Telecast Details

India – Sony LIV, Sony Sports Network

UK – TNT Sports

US – fubo TV, Paramount+

Nigeria – DStv Now

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