The UEFA Europa League semi-finals reach their conclusion tonight, with both Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United in strong positions to secure their spots in the final. After commanding first-leg wins, the English sides look to seal qualification, though both face motivated opponents in FK Bodø/Glimt and Athletic Bilbao respectively.
Tottenham travel to Norway with a 3-1 aggregate lead over FK Bodø/Glimt. While the Norwegian side will be buoyed by their artificial turf and a strong home record — having previously dispatched Lazio and Olympiacos — the London club’s attacking quality and cushion from the first leg make them favourites to progress.
Bodø/Glimt are expected to field a rested and full-strength lineup, while Spurs may adopt a more conservative approach. A 2-2 draw would be enough for Ange Postecoglou’s side to reach the final.
At Old Trafford, Manchester United welcome Athletic Bilbao with a 3-0 advantage earned from a dominant performance in Spain. Erik ten Hag’s side are in control of the tie and may rotate slightly, while Bilbao will need a near-miraculous performance to mount a comeback.
With the Spanish side likely to commit bodies forward, United could find space to counter and extend their lead. A 2-1 home victory is the predicted outcome, confirming United’s place in the final.
As it stands, Manchester United and Tottenham are the frontrunners to lift the Europa League trophy, with bookmakers offering odds of around 5/6 for United and 11/8 for Spurs. FK Bodø/Glimt and Athletic Bilbao, facing significant deficits, are priced at 28/1 and 50/1 respectively. Check here for your betting odds.
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