Overview

• Manchester United enters the second leg of the Europa League semi-final with a commanding 3-0 aggregate lead after a dominant first-leg performance in Bilbao.
• Key players are sidelined on both sides, with United missing Lisandro Martínez, Matthijs de Ligt, and others, while Athletic Club is without top scorers Inaki Williams, Nico Williams, and Oihan Sancet.
• Manager Ruben Amorim has emphasized the importance of focus and defensive discipline, warning his players not to underestimate their opponents despite the significant lead.
• Athletic Club faces an uphill battle, having lost their first home game in this season's competition and now playing away at Old Trafford without several key players.
• United, unbeaten in 13 Europa League matches this season, aim to secure their place in the final, which could be pivotal for Champions League qualification and silverware aspirations.