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The 2025 UEFA Europa League final is set to be an all-English showdown between Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur, with both teams looking to win this silverware and save what has been a poor 2024-25 season for these sides.
When is the Europa League Final? (Date, Venue & Kick-off Time)
The final will take place on Wednesday, May 21, 2025, at San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao, Spain. Kick-off is scheduled for 20:00 GMT.
San Mamés, home to Athletic Club, who were beaten by Manchester United in the semifinal, boasts a capacity exceeding 50,000 and has previously hosted significant events, including the 2024 UEFA Women's Champions League final.
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Manchester United aiming for European redemption
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Under the guidance of manager Rúben Amorim, Manchester United have navigated a challenging season to reach the Europa League final. Their journey included overcoming Lyon in the quarter-finals and a commanding 7-1 aggregate victory over Athletic Bilbao in the semi-finals.
Despite domestic struggles, United's European campaign has been a highlight, and key players like Bruno Fernandes, Casemiro, and Rasmus Højlund have been instrumental in their success.
A victory in Bilbao would mark United's second Europa League title, following their 2017 triumph, and secure a spot in the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League.
Tottenham Hotspur chasing long-awaited silverware
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Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham Hotspur have defied expectations to reach their first European final since 2019. Their path included victories over Eintracht Frankfurt and a 5-1 aggregate win against Bodø/Glimt in the semi-finals.
Despite a disappointing domestic season, with Spurs languishing in 16th place, their European form has been impressive, with standout performances from players like Dominic Solanke and Pedro Porro.
Postecoglou, the first Australian to manage a team in a major European final, has emphasised the importance of this opportunity to end Spurs' 17-year trophy drought.
Beyond the prestige of lifting the Europa League trophy, the winner will earn a place in the league phase of the 2025-26 UEFA Champions League and the right to compete in the 2025 UEFA Super Cup against the Champions League victors.
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