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Everything you need to know about Manchester United’s Europa League final loss, from tactical struggles to behind-the-scenes challenges and decisions.
Before the whistle even blew in Bilbao, Manchester United's Europa League hopes were in tatters.
Tottenham Hotspur’s 1-0 triumph will be remembered for Ange Postecoglou’s tactical brilliance, but behind the scenes, United unravelled in dramatic fashion.
Pulse Sports looks at five factual reasons United lost before they even stepped on the pitch.
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5. Andre Onana’s Fragile Confidence Under Pressure
Although no single mistake defined his night, goalkeeper Andre Onana’s performance once again revealed his ongoing crisis of confidence.
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Signed for his ball-playing skills, Onana’s risky distribution has been under scrutiny throughout the season. Against Spurs, he was hesitant in possession, and his discomfort playing under Tottenham’s press was evident from the first 10 minutes.
Onana's indecision slowed United’s rhythm and exposed defenders to needless pressure.
Several of his short passes put centre-backs under immediate threat, resulting in giveaways that handed Spurs momentum. Though not directly at fault for either goal, his unease set a tone of insecurity in United’s defensive third.
That lack of composure rippled through the team. With United already vulnerable due to injuries and tactical reshuffles, they needed their goalkeeper to exude calm — but Onana’s play raised more questions than answers on the night.
4. Lack of 'Tactical Identity' at Manchester United
Rúben Amorim has tried to implement his preferred 3-4-3 system since arriving from Sporting CP in November, but the transition has not been smooth.
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Against Tottenham, United were caught between pressing aggressively and sitting back — and as a result, they did neither effectively.
Spurs exploited this disorganisation, particularly in midfield, where United lacked structure and positional discipline.
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It was a match that highlighted the disconnect between the manager’s vision and the squad’s execution.
Though Amorim has stated he remains committed to his project, this final exposed how much work still lies ahead. United looked like a team still learning on the fly, rather than one ready for a European title.
3. Season-Long Injury Crisis
United’s Europa League run was undermined by a brutal injury list. In Bilbao, they were again without key figures.
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Muscular injuries have become a recurring theme this season, prompting internal tension between coaching, conditioning, and medical departments.
Even as Amorim tried to rotate and manage minutes in recent months, United entered the final with a visibly tired squad. Spurs, by contrast, had a near full-strength XI and looked the sharper side throughout.
2. Key Players Out of Position or Off-Form
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Captain Bruno Fernandes was asked to play deeper than usual to compensate for the absence of senior midfielders — a role that clearly dulled his creative impact.
Fernandes, normally United’s spark, was unable to influence tempo or dictate play in advanced areas.
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This tactical compromise came at a high cost. With Bruno shackled and Rashford not fully fit, United’s attack lacked imagination and threat. The few chances they created were speculative, and Spurs’ back line was rarely tested.
Such adjustments were necessary given the circumstances, but they highlighted how stretched United’s squad was — and how much they missed a clear attacking identity on the biggest stage.
1. Tottenham’s Momentum and Unity
Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham entered the final with one clear goal: win the Europa League and re-establish themselves on the European map.
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Having shifted from their all-out attacking “Ange-ball” to a more defensively sound setup in recent months, Spurs looked composed, disciplined, and determined in Bilbao.
Unlike United, Spurs had a settled XI, fewer injuries, and a manager whose plan had been in place for two seasons.
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Postecoglou’s subtle tactical changes — including improved game management and defensive solidity — paid dividends in their quarter-final and semi-final wins, and again in the final.
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