Frank Christian
Manchester United and Tottenham are aiming to turn around their disappointing Premier League seasons as they compete for UEFA Europa League success in Bilbao.
Both teams have effectively conceded their domestic endeavors and are anticipated to finish 16th and 17th in the standings.
Securing a major trophy could significantly alleviate this embarrassment. Spurs have not claimed a trophy since the 2008 EFL Cup, and Ruben Amorim’s time at Old Trafford could greatly benefit from a potential victory.
Both clubs have faced significant injury challenges leading up to this matchup. What is the current status of their squads?
Tottenham vs. Man United lineups, starting 11, team news
Spurs captain Son Heung-min has returned to the starting lineup following his recovery from a foot injury, appearing in last Friday’s loss to Aston Villa.
Coach Ange Postecoglou has key concerns in midfield, with James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, and Lucas Bergvall sidelined. However, Pape Matar Sarr is available for selection.
On a positive note, the centre-back position looks strong as influential players Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven are both fit to play despite limited appearances this season.
Tottenham predicted starting lineup (4-3-3, right to left): Vicario (GK) — Porro, Romero, Van de Ven, Udogie — Sarr, Bissouma, Bentancur — Johnson, Solanke, Son
Injured: Maddison (knee), Kulusevski (knee), Bergvall (ankle), Dragusin (ACL),
Ineligible: Kinsky, Reguilon, Werner
Suspended: None.
Diogo Dalot, Leny Yoro, and Joshua Zirkzee all participated in training on Tuesday before the United squad’s departure to Bilbao, putting them in contention for the match. Nevertheless, Zirkzee may not be at full fitness after a hamstring injury last month that was projected to keep him out for the remainder of the season.
Matthijs de Ligt aimed to recover from a knee injury but was not part of the travelling squad.
Amad Diallo and Mason Mount have been significant boosts to Amorim’s attacking options recently and are competing for starting spots.
Notably, striker Rasmus Hojlund has netted six goals in the Europa League this season, which surpasses his total in the Premier League during the 2024/25 campaign.
Man United predicted starting lineup (3-4-2-1, right to left): Onana (GK) — Yoro, Maguire, Lindelof — Mazraoui, Casemiro, Ugarte, Dorgu — Fernandes, Amad — Hojlund.
Injured: Dalot (calf, doubtful), Yoro (foot, doubtful), Zirkzee (hamstring, doubtful), De Ligt (knee), Martinez (ACL)
Ineligible: Obi
Suspended: None.
Tottenham vs. Man United live stream, TV channel
Here’s how to watch the Europa League final across different regions worldwide:
| TV channel | Streaming | |
| USA | TUDN, UniMas | Fubo USA, Paramount+, Vix |
| Canada | — | DAZN |
| UK | TNT Sports 1 | discovery+ |
| Australia | — | Stan Sport |
| India | — | JioTV, Sony LIV |
