Manchester United are headed to Athletic Club, or Athletic Bilbao, as the quest to win the UEFA Europa League continues. A trophy is on the line, and it’s within striking distance now. And with that, a berth in next year’s Champions League. So there is a whole lot to play for, and United will be majorly motivated.
Of course, a road clash at Athletic Club is a challenging proposition, and given how United looked on the weekend, against AFC Bournemouth, it’s hard to be very bullish on their chances.
UEFA Europa League Semifinals Leg 1/2
Manchester United at Athletic Club
Kickoff: Thurs. May 1, 8pm, San Mames, Bilbao, Spain
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United did get a result (a score draw), but they could not find the equalizing goal until the Cherries were down to ten men, and the Red Devils were playing with a man advantage.
There is just not too much quality in the United side right now. Whenever you form a best potential XI (as we did here), it ends up not really looking all that impressive.
Man United Starting Lineup Prediction (3-4-3) at Athletic Club
Andre Onana; Noussair Mazraoui, Harry Maguire, Leny Yoro; Patrick Dorgu, Manuel Ugarte, Mason Mount, Kobbie Mainoo; Alejandro Garnacho, Bruno Fernandes; Rasmus Hojlund
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