⚽UEFA Europa League Discussion Thread -- 2025/26 | Group Phase

[LTU_btc]

In case anybody forgot, Tottenham and Manchester United are 15th and 16th in the English premier league respectively.

And both are in the semifinals of Europa League (second highest competition in Europe).

Just in case people thought how weak they are, to make top 4, possibly top 2, shows just how frikking strong English teams are...

Go Espana!! lol

With all respect, semifinal between Spurs and Bodo/Glimt more looks like Conference league, while Betis and Fiorentina wouldn't look bad for Europa league semifinal. And I wouldn't be that surprised if Bodo/Glimt will make upset tonight, knowing how Spurs looks this season.
In other pair,all in for Athletic, odds for their win tonight looks attractive. And I would love to see them lifting trophy, this tournament is just made for Spanish teams to dominate.

[execijutiere]

Totthenham will face Bodo/Glimt at home in the first leg.Totthenham are of course the favorites against Bodo, but we can say that they have had problems in general in the matches.Although they are the favorites, I think that Bodo will make it very difficult for them in this match.It is a miracle that Bodo has come this far, but we can say that they have shown a good team game.
Athletic Bibao will face Manchester United at home.Of course Bilbao are the favorites but it is difficult to predict what United will do in the matches.I think Bilbao will win this match, even if it is difficult.

[buwaytress]

^ Yeah, I'm leaning for Spurs. Yes, they have been terrible all season. But the table also points to their absolute style of play. The fewest draws in the league in England, so they either win, or lose. Playing with so many injuries, they lose more often. Their GD also tells a story...

United? Amorim may have an entertaining formation but without the personnel, it's headless chicken game. Bilbao should win this, they'll get to play the final at home!

[GiftedMAN]

Totthenham will face Bodo/Glimt at home in the first leg.Totthenham are of course the favorites against Bodo, but we can say that they have had problems in general in the matches.Although they are the favorites, I think that Bodo will make it very difficult for them in this match.It is a miracle that Bodo has come this far, but we can say that they have shown a good team game.
Athletic Bibao will face Manchester United at home.Of course Bilbao are the favorites but it is difficult to predict what United will do in the matches.I think Bilbao will win this match, even if it is difficult.

Tottenham playing against Bodo/Glimt at home doesn't mean the game will end in favour of Tottenham, the two teams have not been in their best in the competition but they managed to get this far and they are playing against each other we shouldn't see Bodo as a team that does not have what it takes to defeat Tottenham at home because the Tottenham team is not in their best performance this season and the home advantage may not be there or they do not perform well tonight so I think the results of tonight semi final matches may be surprising especially the Tottenham and Bodo/Glimt game because most people are seeing Tottenham as the favourite team to win. Athletic Bilbao against Manchester United is another difficult game to predict because of the last performance of Manchester United that took them to the semi finals, Athletic Bilbao is seen as the winner but I think the game is going to end in a draw because Manchester United will try to avoid defeat tonight so that they will do their magic in England where they will be watched by millions of their fans I expect United to get a 1:1 draw in the game so that in the second leg they can defeat at home then qualify for finals.

[Mate2237]

Totthenham will face Bodo/Glimt at home in the first leg.Totthenham are of course the favorites against Bodo, but we can say that they have had problems in general in the matches.Although they are the favorites, I think that Bodo will make it very difficult for them in this match.It is a miracle that Bodo has come this far, but we can say that they have shown a good team game.
Athletic Bibao will face Manchester United at home.Of course Bilbao are the favorites but it is difficult to predict what United will do in the matches.I think Bilbao will win this match, even if it is difficult.

Tottenham playing against Bodo/Glimt at home doesn't mean the game will end in favour of Tottenham, the two teams have not been in their best in the competition but they managed to get this far and they are playing against each other we shouldn't see Bodo as a team that does not have what it takes to defeat Tottenham at home because the Tottenham team is not in their best performance this season and the home advantage may not be there or they do not perform well tonight so I think the results of tonight semi final matches may be surprising especially the Tottenham and Bodo/Glimt game because most people are seeing Tottenham as the favourite team to win. Athletic Bilbao against Manchester United is another difficult game to predict because of the last performance of Manchester United that took them to the semi finals, Athletic Bilbao is seen as the winner but I think the game is going to end in a draw because Manchester United will try to avoid defeat tonight so that they will do their magic in England where they will be watched by millions of their fans I expect United to get a 1:1 draw in the game so that in the second leg they can defeat at home then qualify for finals.

nice one for Tottenham as they have started the game on a good note but Tottenham must make sure that they will finish this game at home by getting a convincing result so that when going to the return leg there will be no much concern so Tottenham has to be more clinical in front of goals scoring four to five goals in this game



Bodo is one team that is resilient when playing at home they have shown that against Lazio so Tottenham should make use of this home advantage that they have in this game but I see Bodo coming out to play in the second half Bodo will like to attack and score a goal so Tottenham should not give them any chance in the second half

[execijutiere]

Athletic Bilbao lost 3-0 at home, making it difficult to advance. In the 30th minute, United took the lead with Casemiro's goal and 5 minutes later they were even more comfortable when Vivian was red carded. United led 3-0 at half-time and that's how they finished the game. They managed to take a huge advantage. I expected Bilbao to win but the red card changed the whole balance.

[slaman29]

Uhm , in my opinion , both of them had massive luck to actually reach semi-finals in Europa League as none of them are currently a strong team and I won't be surprised if both of them will be eliminated. Let's be honest,  does United deserve to win the trophy ? I would say no. Does Spurs deserve to win the trophy ? Maybe a bit because this club really doesn't know how lifting a trophy feels like and even if I'm not a fan of them , I won't be upset to see them champions.

However , like you said with Go Espana ...I think the same with Bilbao and I will cheer for them tonight. 

Too bad for Espana lol

You always need massive luck in any kinda KO competition tho. Real Madrid last 10 years show that they play about 80% of the match like shit, or lose and win back, but somehow get lucky.

Spurs winning ticket to final in CL 6 years ago also massive luck.

Does United deserve? No way. But looks like they are now favorites to win it, unfortunately. I will be rooting for Spurs, at least they know how to play good football attacking perspective

[paco92x]

Too bad for Espana lol

You always need massive luck in any kinda KO competition tho. Real Madrid last 10 years show that they play about 80% of the match like shit, or lose and win back, but somehow get lucky.

Spurs winning ticket to final in CL 6 years ago also massive luck.

Does United deserve? No way. But looks like they are now favorites to win it, unfortunately. I will be rooting for Spurs, at least they know how to play good football attacking perspective

For me, Real Madrid relies more on luck than actual football in every competition. They don’t play particularly well, manage a few good minutes, and somehow end up winning. I was really glad Arsenal sent them home this year.

I was hoping Bilbao would beat Man Utd in the first game, but that turned out to be false hope. In the second leg, they don’t stand much of a chance. Tottenham winning 3–1 was a bit of a surprise. It’s not over yet—maybe Bodø/Glimt can shock them at home. They did beat Lazio, so they’re definitely capable.

Man Utd are big favorites to win the Europa League, but I still hope someone can stop them. Maybe even Spurs—they’ll definitely try to put at least one trophy in their cabinet.

[ndutndut]

Athletic Bilbao lost 3-0 at home, making it difficult to advance. In the 30th minute, United took the lead with Casemiro's goal and 5 minutes later they were even more comfortable when Vivian was red carded. United led 3-0 at half-time and that's how they finished the game. They managed to take a huge advantage. I expected Bilbao to win but the red card changed the whole balance.

Bilbao although their home record is very good, but this time they could not maintain their record. Man United's game in this match was very good, especially after Casemiro scored the first goal which was very epic with good cooperation, of course this raised their spirits to continue scoring goals. Apart from the red card received by Bilbao, Man United's game in the match was very good and solid. This victory not only opened up the opportunity to qualify for the final but Man United continued to record an unbeaten record in the European league this season.

In addition, I also want to say, maybe everyone will agree with me. Tottenham and Man United's victory in the first leg, proves that the English league is a very competitive league than other leagues, because both teams Man United and Tottenham are very inconsistent in the domestic league, but they can still compete with teams from other European leagues and have the opportunity to advance to the final. The European league final will most likely bring together Man United vs Tottenham.

[Lida93]

In case anybody forgot, Tottenham and Manchester United are 15th and 16th in the English premier league respectively.

And both are in the semifinals of Europa League (second highest competition in Europe).

Just in case people thought how weak they are, to make top 4, possibly top 2, shows just how frikking strong English teams are...

Go Espana!! lol

It's very clear that we're going to have an all English finals in the Uefa Europa league this season because I don't think either Bodo Glimt nor Athletic Bilbao seem capable of doing a comeback against Manchester United or Tottenham Hotspur. It would be a very classy picture because both teams literally are the strongest teams left in the competition this season and their strength is closely equal at least by ranking and performance and at such I can't wish for anything else than to see both teams play against each other in the finals.

[Republikcoin.com]

It's very clear that we're going to have an all English finals in the Uefa Europa league this season because I don't think either Bodo Glimt nor Athletic Bilbao seem capable of doing a comeback against Manchester United or Tottenham Hotspur. It would be a very classy picture because both teams literally are the strongest teams left in the competition this season and their strength is closely equal at least by ranking and performance and at such I can't wish for anything else than to see both teams play against each other in the finals.

Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur teams do have the capital to enter the Europa League final this season, and both will definitely play all out to win because it is not only about winning a trophy, but also about being able to qualify directly for the UCL next season through the champions' path in the Europa League this season. So a very fierce match will definitely happen in the Europa League final if Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur are the participants in the Europa League final this time.

[Issa56]

Manchester United and Tottenham Hotspur teams do have the capital to enter the Europa League final this season, and both will definitely play all out to win because it is not only about winning a trophy, but also about being able to qualify directly for the UCL next season through the champions' path in the Europa League this season.

Manchester United, and Tottenham were able to win their matches conveniently, so I don’t think their is anyway their opponents will be able able to score so much goals in the second leg of the match, so we already know the two teams that will be qualifying for the Europa final.

Both Tottenham and Manchester United will want to qualify for the champions league, since that’s the only chance they both are having to qualify for the champions league, because they both are at the bottom of the table. Seriously if the two teams will be meeting in the final, I think Manchester United should be able to win, their performance is kind of better than Tottenham performance this season.

[CLS63]

After the first leg results the finalists are pretty much decided. Is there anyone who thinks Bodø/Glimt or Athletic Bilbao can make a comeback from these quite problematic scores?

Tottenham won much easier than I thought. I was just not sure about whether they would struggle as much as Lazio did. But not at all.

When it comes to Manchester United I think even they didn't expect themselves to get such an easy win. That red card changed the fate of the match.

[Jegileman]

Athletic Bilbao lost 3-0 at home, making it difficult to advance. In the 30th minute, United took the lead with Casemiro's goal and 5 minutes later they were even more comfortable when Vivian was red carded. United led 3-0 at half-time and that's how they finished the game. They managed to take a huge advantage. I expected Bilbao to win but the red card changed the whole balance.

Manchester United have been so focused in the Europa League and have played the best of their games this season in the Europa league making them a potential contender for the Europa league title. I was not surprised that they won the match but i was only surprised because of the number of goals and that they could not equalise any of them. The Europa league is getting tougher and this teams left in the competition are giving a very tough fight individually to get to see who makes it to the next round of the competition which is the finals. I’m actually rooting for Manchester United because of the tough fight they’ve shown, I hope they continue that fight and zeal to the end of the season.

[sokani]

After the first leg results the finalists are pretty much decided. Is there anyone who thinks Bodø/Glimt or Athletic Bilbao can make a comeback from these quite problematic scores?

Tottenham won much easier than I thought. I was just not sure about whether they would struggle as much as Lazio did. But not at all.

When it comes to Manchester United I think even they didn't expect themselves to get such an easy win. That red card changed the fate of the match.

In 2014 champions league, PSG beat Barcelona 4 - 0 in the first leg and it looked like it was all over, but in the second leg, Barca won 6 - 1 and progressed to the next round of the competition. So, if I've learnt anything about football is that anything is possible. Both Manchester United and Tottenham got themselves in good positions to make it to the final but if either of them slip up, we might see a different team in the final.

[slaman29]

After the first leg results the finalists are pretty much decided. Is there anyone who thinks Bodø/Glimt or Athletic Bilbao can make a comeback from these quite problematic scores?

Yeah even Amorim said it was the most unexpected result. Looks like Red Devils finally overcame Spanish team curse. Bodo are Norway surprise specialists but no way they can win 2-0 unless they have super Arctic snow and all the Spurs players freeze their balls off lol

Ref definitely helped United!!

In 2014 champions league, PSG beat Barcelona 4 - 0 in the first leg and it looked like it was all over, but in the second leg, Barca won 6 - 1 and progressed to the next round of the competition. So, if I've learnt anything about football is that anything is possible. Both Manchester United and Tottenham got themselves in good positions to make it to the final but if either of them slip up, we might see a different team in the final.

But Barca was cursed with many comeback curse in CL And PSG Barca can't really be compared to Bodo Spurs Now Manchester United on the other hand hehe

[liuka]

After the first leg results the finalists are pretty much decided. Is there anyone who thinks Bodø/Glimt or Athletic Bilbao can make a comeback from these quite problematic scores?

Tottenham won much easier than I thought. I was just not sure about whether they would struggle as much as Lazio did. But not at all.

When it comes to Manchester United I think even they didn't expect themselves to get such an easy win. That red card changed the fate of the match.

It is interesting when both teams can create 3 goals in the first leg and the most advantaged is Manchester United because they will play as the host in the second leg later.

It is quite difficult to be able to turn around, but anything can happen I agree with that. However, before that we will also definitely analyze based on what happened and at this time it seems like we will really see the Premier League derby in the final if nothing very surprising happens.

[JoyMarsha]

After the first leg results the finalists are pretty much decided. Is there anyone who thinks Bodø/Glimt or Athletic Bilbao can make a comeback from these quite problematic scores?

Tottenham won much easier than I thought. I was just not sure about whether they would struggle as much as Lazio did. But not at all.

When it comes to Manchester United I think even they didn't expect themselves to get such an easy win. That red card changed the fate of the match.

It is interesting when both teams can create 3 goals in the first leg and the most advantaged is Manchester United because they will play as the host in the second leg later.

It is quite difficult to be able to turn around, but anything can happen I agree with that. However, before that we will also definitely analyze based on what happened and at this time it seems like we will really see the Premier League derby in the final if nothing very surprising happens.

I don't think anything surprising will happen in the second leg as Manchester United and Tottenham have won in the first leg. We should look forward to seeing the Premier League derby in the finals. That's where the tension will all be because Manchester United and Tottenham need to lift the Europa League trophy by all means, to put smiles on the faces of their fans, as both teams ' performances weren't encouraging in the Premier League matches.

[Agbe]

After the first leg results the finalists are pretty much decided. Is there anyone who thinks Bodø/Glimt or Athletic Bilbao can make a comeback from these quite problematic scores?

Tottenham won much easier than I thought. I was just not sure about whether they would struggle as much as Lazio did. But not at all.

When it comes to Manchester United I think even they didn't expect themselves to get such an easy win. That red card changed the fate of the match.

It is interesting when both teams can create 3 goals in the first leg and the most advantaged is Manchester United because they will play as the host in the second leg later.

It is quite difficult to be able to turn around, but anything can happen I agree with that. However, before that we will also definitely analyze based on what happened and at this time it seems like we will really see the Premier League derby in the final if nothing very surprising happens.

I don't think anything surprising will happen in the second leg as Manchester United and Tottenham have won in the first leg. We should look forward to seeing the Premier League derby in the finals. That's where the tension will all be because Manchester United and Tottenham need to lift the Europa League trophy by all means, to put smiles on the faces of their fans, as both teams ' performances weren't encouraging in the Premier League matches.

The only team to be afraid of us Tottenham going into the second leg because Bodo Blink is one team that has survived even playing tougher teams while playing at away so Tottenham should be very careful going into the second leg and should not make the mistakes of thinking that they have won this first leg and relax because doing that will be at their detriment because Bodo is one team that can spring surprises anytime, but in the United game I think that there is little that Bilbao can do to change the results of the game because united has a very big advantage going into the second leg

[Adiljutt156]

Athletic Bilbao lost 3-0 at home, making it difficult to advance. In the 30th minute, United took the lead with Casemiro's goal and 5 minutes later they were even more comfortable when Vivian was red carded. United led 3-0 at half-time and that's how they finished the game. They managed to take a huge advantage. I expected Bilbao to win but the red card changed the whole balance.

Manchester United football team played very well in the last match and that team did excellent goals in last match and that was one sided result of this match. Fernandes was the person who did two goals in this match and he was the top performer of this match because nobody did more than 1 goal in this match except Fernandes. He did his first goal at 37 minutes of the match and after this goal, score of that team was 2 and opponent team score was 0 and he did goal again at 45 minutes of the match and after this goal , score was 3-0 . Athletic Club team could not perform well in this match and stats of that team was low in this match because that team shots were 9 in this match and only 3 shots were on target and possession percentage of that team was very low in this match which was only 27 percent in this match.