Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United: Betting odds, Lineups, Predictions, Preview

Explore our detailed preview for Tottenham vs Man United in the Europa League Final. Stats, odds, predictions, and lineups for the 20:00 BST match.

Fixture: Tottenham Hotspur vs Manchester United
Date: Wednesday 21 May 2025
Kick-off: 20:00 BST
Venue: San Mamés Stadium, Bilbao, Spain
Competition: UEFA Europa League Final

This all-English final promises a compelling contrast of styles. Tottenham will look to stretch United's backline with dynamic, fast-paced attacks, while United aim to assert control through structured build-up and Fernandes’ vision. Both sides have found European consistency despite domestic setbacks, setting the stage for an open and tactically engaging contest.

United have previous at this stage of European competitions, while Spurs can't rely on recent experience of winning trophies in the same way, so the Red Devils may have a slight advantage in that regard - but Spurs won't mind being the underdogs.

This will be a tight, nervy affair with both sides looking to save their miserable seasons, and it could easily go all the way to penalties. Bruno Fernandes often steps up when Man United need him most, and we think he could make all the difference in this one - after extra time.

Match Prediction: Tottenham 1-2 Manchester United (AET)

Tottenham arrive in Bilbao off the back of a turbulent domestic run, characterised by defensive vulnerability but sustained attacking intent on the European stage. Under Ange Postecoglou, Spurs have leaned heavily on vertical transitions and incisive movement in the final third.

Despite faltering league form, Manchester United have been efficient and composed in Europe. Under Ruben Amorim, United’s campaign has been defined by Bruno Fernandes' orchestration in midfield and clinical finishing, though their backline remains a concern.

Both managers desperately need silverware to sugarcoat their campaigns, so a brilliant battle is on the cards in Bilbao.

• Both Teams to Score: Yes
  
• Over 1.5 Goals: Yes
  
• Full-Time Result: Draw
• Suggested Bet: Draw & Both Teams to Score
  

Away from the Europa League, Tottenham's form has been nothing short of woeful, with just one win in 11 - and that win came against Championship-bound Southampton. In the Europa League however, Spurs have been flying, undefeated in their last five and cruising through the semi-finals - so confidence will be high regardless of the poor domestic form.

Last 6 matches (all competitions):

• Loss: 0-2 vs Aston Villa (A)
• Loss: 0-2 vs Crystal Palace (H)
• Win: 2-0 vs Bodo/Glimt (A) - Europa League
• Draw: 1-1 vs West Ham (A)
• Win: 3-1 vs Bodo/Glimt (H) - Europa League
• Loss: 1-5 vs Liverpool (A)
  

Similarly, Manchester United's domestic form has been awful of late, with one win in their last 10 Premier League games - which also happened to come against a relegated side. Three consecutive PL defeats has bruised Ruben Amorim's side - but you'd never know it in Europe.

In the Europa League, United are yet to lose a game, scoring a staggering 14 goals across their quarter-final and semi-final victories. They have faced Spurs three times this season - and lost every game - but they will still be confident of claiming the trophy here.

Last 6 matches (all competitions):

• Loss: 0-1 vs Chelsea (A)
• Loss: 0-2 vs West Ham (H)
• Win: 4-1 vs Athletic Bilbao (H) - Europa League
• Loss: 3-4 vs Brentford (A)
• Win: 3-0 vs Athletic Bilbao (A) - Europa League
• Draw: 1-1 vs Bournemouth (A)
  

• Round of 16: Win vs AZ Alkmaar (3-2 on aggregate)
• Quarter-final: Win vs Eintracht Frankfurt (2-1 on aggregate)
• Semi-final: Win vs Bodo/Glimt (5-1 on aggregate)
  

• Round of 16: Win vs Real Sociedad (5-2 on aggregate)
• Quarter-final: Win vs Lyon (7-6 on aggregate)
• Semi-final: Win vs Athletic Bilbao (7-1 on aggregate)
  

• Radu Dragusin (Knee injury) - Out
• Dejan Kulusevski (Knee injury) - Out
• James Maddison (Knee Injury) - Out
• Dane Scarlett (Groin injury) - Out
• Lucas Bergvall (Ankle injury) - Out
  

• Lisandro Martinez (Knee Injury) - Out
• Joshua Zirkzee (Hamstring Injury) - Out
• Leny Yoro (Foot Injury) - Doubt
• Diogo Dalot (Calf Injury) - Doubt
• Matthijs de Ligt (Knock) - Doubt
  

Vicario; Porro, Romero, van de Ven; Udogie; Bissouma, Bentancur; Johnson, Odebert, Son; Solanke

Spurs will launch on quick vertical transitions with high attacking tempo, but could be vulnerable under sustained pressure - particularly aerially.

Onana; Maguire, Lindelof, Shaw; Dorgu, Casemiro, Ugarte, Mazraoui; Fernandes, Garncho; Højlund

United will try to overload the pitch centrally, and control possession with Ugarte and Fernandes, but they could exposed in the wide areas.

Tottenham:

• Heung-min Son: Will look to penetrate in the final third and offer a real transitional threat.
  
• Brennan Johnson: Has pace to burn and have proven to be a goal threat down Tottenham’s right flank.
  

Manchester United:

• Bruno Fernandes: United's primary creator and tempo-setter will want to dictate the match from start to finish.
• Rasmus Højlund: The target man needs to step up and deliver, and does have the quality to hurt Tottenham's defence.
  

Spurs have faced Man United three times already this season, winning both Premier League meetings and knocking them out of the Carabao Cup.

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