Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou recently made headlines with a statement that seems to have Manchester United on high alert ahead of their Europa League final match tonight.
POSTECOGLOU was quoted as saying he doesn’t miss winning titles in his second seasons at clubs, which some interpreted as a warning to Manchester United.
Tonight’s Europa League Final Match Details
- Match: Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United
- Time: 21:00 CET
- Venue: San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao, Spain
- Referee: Felix Zwayer from Germany
What’s at Stake?
The stakes are high for both teams, with the winner earning a spot in the 2025/26 UEFA Champions League and the right to play against the 2024/25 Champions League winner in the 2025 UEFA Super Cup. The Europa League trophy itself is also a significant prize, weighing in at 15kg and featuring a unique design without handles.
Pre-Match Controversy
In a surprising turn of events, UEFA blocked Tottenham’s pre-match plan to pay tribute to Athletic Bilbao legend Pichichi by laying flowers at his bust outside the San Mamés Stadium. This decision has sparked frustration among Spurs officials, who claim it’s a long-standing tradition for visiting teams to show respect.
Head-to-Head and Team History
Both teams have lifted the Europa League trophy before – Tottenham in 1972 and 1984, and Manchester United in 2017. The teams have had some notable matches in the competition, with Manchester United winning 3-0 in the semi-final first leg against Tottenham in Bilbao.¹ ²