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Manchester United Thrash Athletic Bilbao 3-0 – Red Devils Close in on Europa League Final

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Manchester United Thrash Athletic Bilbao 3-0 – Red Devils Close in on Europa League Final | Daily Report Nigeria
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  • Fernandes scores twice as United dominate in Bilbao.
  • Red Devils outclass 10-man Athletic in semi-final clash.
  • United take a big step toward the Europa League final.

Manchester United dominated Athletic Bilbao 3-0 in the Europa League semi-final first leg.

Bruno Fernandes scored twice, and Casemiro added one.

The Red Devils are now close to the final.

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Red Card Shifts Game

Athletic’s Daniel Vivian was sent off for fouling Rasmus Højlund.

Fernandes converted the penalty, giving United control.

Bilbao’s fans were furious, but the call stood.

Casemiro Breaks Through

Bilbao started strong, testing keeper Andre Onana.

But Harry Maguire’s cross found Manuel Ugarte, who set up Casemiro’s header.

The goal silenced the San Mamés crowd.

Fernandes Seals Victory

Fernandes struck again before halftime, finishing a clever Ugarte backheel.

Also Read: Manchester United Crush Real Sociedad 4-1 to Reach Europa League Quarter-Finals as Chelsea Edge Copenhagen in Conference League

His composure made it 3-0. Bilbao’s hopes of a home final faded.

United Eye Old Trafford

The second leg is next Thursday at Old Trafford.

With a three-goal lead, United are favorites to reach the May 21 final.

A Europa League title could secure Champions League qualification.

Bilbao’s Faint Hope

Bilbao’s Inaki Williams admitted their poor play.

Fans booed referee Espen Eskås over controversial calls.

Despite the loss, Williams believes a comeback is possible.

Follow the second leg action!

 

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