Athletic Club Hosts Manchester United in Europa League Semifinal Opener

Bilbao, Spain – Athletic Club faces Manchester United this Thursday, May 1, in the first leg of the UEFA Europa League semifinal. The match will take place at 9:00 PM local time at the historic San Mamés Barria stadium.

Both teams have shown strong performances in the tournament this season, making this clash a highly anticipated event in European football. Athletic Club recently eliminated Rangers in the quarterfinals, and Manchester United advanced after a thrilling tie with Olympique de Lyon, demonstrating their competitive edge.

The atmosphere in Bilbao is electric, with fans eager to see their team perform. “This is a special night for our club and our supporters,” declared Athletic Club President Jon Uriarte. “We’ve experienced moments like this before at San Mamés, and I am confident it will be another night to remember.”

Manchester United, now under the management of Ruben Amorim after Erik ten Hag‘s departure, is looking to redeem their lackluster domestic season by capturing the Europa League title. They currently sit outside the European qualification spots in the Premier League and see this tournament as their pathway back to Champions League football.

Both teams are set to feature their strongest line-ups, with Athletic relying on their home advantage and Manchester United aiming for a solid away performance. With fans from both clubs expected to fill the stadium, the match promises to deliver intense competition and memorable moments.

As the kickoff approaches, eyes are on the stars of both squads. Athletic’s Iñaki Williams and United’s Hojlund are among the players to watch as they look to make pivotal contributions in this knockout stage.

This exciting matchup marks the beginning of what both teams hope will be a path to glory in the UEFA Europa League.