Old Trafford is the venue for the second leg of the Semi-final. The question is how to watch Manchester United Vs Athletic Club if you want to watch it from your home. Don’t worry, the broadcasters have got all the fans covered. The date is 8th May and timings for the game are 9:00 pm (CET), which is 9th May, 12:30 am (IST).
Manchester United won the first leg 3-0 and have almost killed the tie. Surely, a miracle can save Athletic Club now. Casemiro scored the opening goal of the match in the 30th minute. Just five minutes in, Vivian fouled Hojlund in the penalty area, and the referee awarded Manchester United a penalty. Vivian was also sent off. Bruno converted from the penalty shot to double their lead. Just before the half-time, Ugarte flicked the ball to Bruno, and he scored the third for Manchester United.
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How to watch Manchester United Vs Athletic Club?
Sony Network will broadcast the UEFA Europa League semi-final across the Indian subcontinent. Fans in the USA can catch the action live on Paramount+ and TUDN. For viewers in Europe, this is the official list of broadcasters as per the UEFA website.
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Teams news, Injury updates, and expected XI
Manchester United
De Ligt, Martinez, Zirkzee, Dalot, Heaven, Eriksen, and Collyer, all of the players, will miss the game due to injuries. The rest of the squad seems fine for Ruben Amorim. He will want his team not to make any mistakes and see off the game as soon as possible.
Expected XI: Onana, Yoro, Maguire, Shaw, Mazraoui, Casemiro, Ugarte, Dorgu, Garnacho, Fernandes, and Hojlund.
Athletic Club
A total of four players will miss the game for Athletic Club. Oihan Sancet, Inaki Williams, and Nico Williams will miss the game due to injuries, whereas Daniel Vivian will miss the game because of suspension, as he received a red card in the first leg.
Expected XI: Agirrezabala, Marcos, Paredes, Alvarez, Berchiche, Jauregizar, Galarreta, Djalo, Gomez, Berenguer, and Sannadi
Key Players
Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United)
Bruno Fernandes is the centerpiece of both the Manchester United midfield and attack. He scored two goals in the first leg. No wonder they chose him as captain, he influences the team tremendously and stays composed and structured when the pressure is at its highest.. His work rate is just unmatched, and this can be seen on the pitch.
Alex Berenguer (Athletic Club)
Berenguer has been tremendous for Athletic Bilbao, especially when he has played at this level in knockout competitions. With injuries and consequential suspensions, Berenguer will be counted on not simply for his performances but his leadership to lift the team in the second leg and hope Athletic Club can reverse the deficit and have an opportunity to achieve some success in meaningful games this season.
Predictions
It almost seems impossible for Athletic Club to come back, the reason being that the two William brothers are out for the game. We just can’t underestimate any team, as anything can happen in football. A good 5-10 minutes can change the whole scenario. Manchester United, playing at home and leading with three goals, are the favourites to advance to the finals.
