Overview
On Wednesday, Tottenham Hotspur will face Manchester United in the UEFA Europa League final, held at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao. This clash is noteworthy as both teams aim for a significant trophy to lift their seasons, with Spurs ranked 16th and United 17th in the Premier League.
Previous Encounters
This match marks the fourth and final meeting of the two in this campaign, with Spurs leading the series 3-0, having outscored United 8-3.
Injuries and Tactical Intrigues
Spurs will be missing important players like James Maddison and Dejan Kulusevski while United’s squad will be challenged with injuries affecting Matthijs de Ligt and Leny Yoro, creating uncertainty about their availability.
Key Matchup Comparisons
- Goalkeepers: Both Guglielmo Vicario for Spurs and Andre Onana for United have faced challenges this season. Vicario shows a slight edge statistically.
- Defenders: Spurs are likely to benefit from the return of Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven, while United’s defensive line remains shaky with injuries.
- Midfielders: Tottenham’s midfield lacks depth with key players absent, while United might find a slight advantage based on past performance.
- Forwards: Spurs boast a strong attack despite injuries, in contrast to United, who have struggled to find consistent scorers outside of Bruno Fernandes.
Match Details
- Date: Wednesday, May 21
- Time: 3 p.m. ET
- Location: San Mames Stadium, Bilbao, Spain
- TV: CBS Sports Network
- Live Stream: Paramount+
- Odds: Tottenham Hotspur +190; Draw +220; Manchester United +140
