Overview
- Mason Mount came off the bench to score twice in Manchester United's 4-1 victory over Athletic Bilbao, securing a 7-1 aggregate win in the Europa League semi-final.
- The goals marked Mount’s third and fourth for United, following a challenging season disrupted by injuries, including a head injury in September and a muscle issue in December.
- United manager Ruben Amorim praised Mount’s work ethic and resilience, emphasizing his impact on the team’s success at a crucial time in the season.
- Mount became the first Manchester United substitute to score twice in a European knockout match since David Beckham in 2003.
- Manchester United will face Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final on May 21 at San Mames Stadium, with both teams vying for silverware and a Champions League berth.