Long-standing rivals Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United are set to face off in the 2025 UEFA Europa League final. The highly anticipated match is scheduled for Wednesday, May 21st, 2025, at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao, Spain, with kickoff at 3 p.m. ET.
While both teams have demonstrated strong performances in international competitions, they have faced challenges domestically this season. They currently sit in 16th and 17th place, respectively, in the Premier League table. This final will be their fourth encounter this season; Tottenham emerged victorious in all three previous meetings.
Examining the latest odds for the match, Manchester United is listed as the favorite on the 90-minute money line at +140. Tottenham are the underdogs at +195, and a draw is priced at +230. The over/under for the total number of goals scored in the match is set at 2.5.
For those looking to place wagers, considering the insights from a seasoned expert can be valuable. SportsLine soccer expert Martin Green has provided his analysis and predictions for the Europa League final.
Martin Green`s Europa League Final Predictions:
Green offers two main picks for the match:
Manchester United Draw No Bet (-125):
Despite Tottenham`s recent winning streak against United (five straight matches across all competitions), Green leans towards the Red Devils. He suggests that Manchester United`s extensive experience in high-pressure tournament finals could provide them with a crucial advantage. He anticipates a tight match given the high stakes and notes that both managers rested key players beforehand. Green identifies United captain Bruno Fernandes as a potential difference-maker.
Under 2.5 Total Goals (-118):
Regarding the potential goal tally, Green points to Manchester United`s relatively modest scoring record in the league this season, averaging just 1.14 goals per game. Additionally, Tottenham will be without important creative players, Dejan Kulusevski and James Maddison, due to injuries. Green concludes, “It could be a relatively tight, nervy affair, as the stakes are extremely high, and both teams will be desperate to avoid defeat.”
Adrian Whitmore