The 2024/25 UEFA Europa League final promises an electrifying encounter as Tottenham Hotspur face Manchester United at San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao on Wednesday night. Both teams aim to salvage underwhelming domestic seasons by securing European silverware and a coveted spot in next season’s Champions League. Below is a betting preview and prediction for this contest.
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Betting Preview
Tottenham Hotspur return to a European final with history in sight. Already two-time UEFA Cup winners (1972, 1984), victory in Bilbao would see them join Liverpool as the only English clubs to win Europe’s second-tier competition three times. Their last continental final ended in heartbreak – a 2-0 defeat to Liverpool in the 2019 Champions League, but now, under Ange Postecoglou, they’re one win away from redemption.
Postecoglou, under pressure after a dismal domestic season, has often cited his record of delivering silverware in his second year at every club, and Spurs could yet continue that streak. They’ve been superb in Europe, dispatching Bodo/Glimt 5-1 in the semis, and have racked up nine wins in 14 games – their most ever in a continental campaign. In contrast, their league form has collapsed: they sit 17th in the Premier League, with 21 defeats and one match remaining.
Still, their head-to-head record against United is dominant this season with three wins from three, including a 3-0 league thumping at Old Trafford and a 4-3 EFL Cup thriller. Dominic Solanke has scored in each of those meetings and leads Spurs’ line with five goals and four assists in the competition.
Manchester United, meanwhile, brushed past Athletic Bilbao 7-1 on aggregate in the semis after a wild quarter-final comeback against Lyon. They’re unbeaten in the Europa League this season (W9 D5), scoring 35 goals, just one short of the all-time record in the competition.
Bruno Fernandes, level atop the scoring charts with seven goals, has been a standout, with only Lyon’s Rayan Cherki involved in more goals overall (12). United manager Ruben Amorim could become just the third United boss to lift a trophy in his debut season, joining Mourinho and Ten Hag.
Team news sees Spurs missing Maddison, Kulusevski, Werner, Bergvall, and Dragusin. Son and Solanke are expected to start, with Vicario returning in goal. United may be without De Ligt, Dalot, and Yoro, while Mount and Diallo offer fresh attacking energy. Martinez and Zirkzee remain long-term absentees.
Recent Form & Stats
Tottenham Hotspur:
- Secured a 5-1 aggregate win over Bodo/Glimt in the semi-finals.
- Won all three meetings against Manchester United this season.
- Aiming to end a 17-year trophy drought.
Manchester United:
- Defeated Athletic Club 7-1 on aggregate in the semi-finals.
- Unbeaten in 14 Europa League matches this season (W9, D5).
- Seeking their second Europa League title in eight years.
Key Players
- Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United): 7 goals and 4 assists in the Europa League this season.
- Dominic Solanke (Tottenham Hotspur): Scored in each of his last four appearances against Manchester United.
Best Bets & Predictions
Prediction: Draw at 3.35.
Best Bet: BTTS – Yes at 1.73.
Alternative Bet: Over 2.5 total goals at 1.97.
This Europa League final is set to be a thrilling contest between two English giants. While Manchester United’s European pedigree gives them an edge, Tottenham’s recent form against the Red Devils suggests they could clinch their first major trophy since 2008. Expect a closely fought match, potentially decided in extra time or penalties.
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