Overview
- Manchester United and Tottenham are on course to meet in an all-English Europa League final on May 21 in Bilbao, following convincing semifinal wins.
- UEFA's 'Fans First' ticketing policy guarantees €40 base tickets for supporters, but premium seats range from €65 to €240.
- Travel costs have surged, with direct flights from London and Manchester to Bilbao sold out and indirect routes costing over £1,000 per person.
- Hotel prices in Bilbao have skyrocketed, with some three-star accommodations charging up to £2,444 per night and few options under £1,000.
- Fans are exploring alternative travel routes, including flying to Madrid and taking trains or buses, while voicing frustration over the prohibitive costs.