Supporters of Manchester United can finally relax as their captain, Bruno Fernandes , is heading into the Europa League final against Tottenham at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao fully fit. Portugal's Fernandes has been FF United's best player, and he will be required to help the team defend their title. Both fans had to wait to retrieve the match day tickets as kick-off is at 8 PM BST. Once again are both teams' last-minute plans for what is expected get both Premier League friends shocked.
Bruno Fernandes confirmed fit for crucial showdownBruno Fernandes has been named by United manager Ruben Amorim to fill one of the two semifinal βsecond strikerβ roles in his favorite 3-4-2-1 lineup. The captain has been problem-free during the preparations for the final and was noted to be very cheerful during the last part of the teamβs training yesterday.
Fernandes shared his thoughts about the significance of the match during the pre-match press conference by stating, βEvery game that you have a chance to win a trophy is very big. No, In the league I think we have not been as good as we want to, but here we have a chance to get our hands on a trophy.β
Also read: Bruno Fernandes heroics send Manchester United into Europa League quarters, Chelsea advance in Conference
The midfielder's presence is crucial for United, as no player in Europa League history has made more assists (19) or had more direct goal involvements (46) than Fernandes.
Other team news for both sidesIn the case of United, he will be available, but they and other members have serious issues with injuries. Also, both Lisandro Martinez and Matthijs de Ligt are out of the final, which leaves Amorim to depend on Leny Yoro and Harry Maguire at the back.
More positive news is regarding Joshua Zirkzee, who received a slower-than-expected recovery and might join Fernandes in attack. With Onana in goal, Diogo Dalot and Patrick Dorgu are predicted to take up the wingback positions, which leaves room for Zirkzee and Fernandes to take over the attack.
Lucas Bergvall, James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, and Timo Werner are out, so we cannot forget about the injury issues with Tottenham. The approach that Manager Postecoglou will most likely take is to have Son Heung-min and Brennan Johnson spearhead the attack, with Dominic Solanke expected to be the forward.
Fernandes looks to continue European excellenceBruno Fernandes will look to extend his remarkable performance on the European stage today. Earlier, he showcased his brilliance during the round of sixteen by scoring a breathtaking hat-trick against Real Sociedad.
"The main thing is that our team gets to bring the trophy back to Manchester,β said Fernandes, as he continues to place the team's success over individual milestones. Tonight's final is much more than just a trophy for both clubs, as it also has a Champions League Qualification.
Bruno Fernandes confirmed fit for crucial showdownBruno Fernandes has been named by United manager Ruben Amorim to fill one of the two semifinal βsecond strikerβ roles in his favorite 3-4-2-1 lineup. The captain has been problem-free during the preparations for the final and was noted to be very cheerful during the last part of the teamβs training yesterday.
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Fernandes shared his thoughts about the significance of the match during the pre-match press conference by stating, βEvery game that you have a chance to win a trophy is very big. No, In the league I think we have not been as good as we want to, but here we have a chance to get our hands on a trophy.β
Also read: Bruno Fernandes heroics send Manchester United into Europa League quarters, Chelsea advance in Conference
The midfielder's presence is crucial for United, as no player in Europa League history has made more assists (19) or had more direct goal involvements (46) than Fernandes.
Other team news for both sidesIn the case of United, he will be available, but they and other members have serious issues with injuries. Also, both Lisandro Martinez and Matthijs de Ligt are out of the final, which leaves Amorim to depend on Leny Yoro and Harry Maguire at the back.
More positive news is regarding Joshua Zirkzee, who received a slower-than-expected recovery and might join Fernandes in attack. With Onana in goal, Diogo Dalot and Patrick Dorgu are predicted to take up the wingback positions, which leaves room for Zirkzee and Fernandes to take over the attack.
Lucas Bergvall, James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski, and Timo Werner are out, so we cannot forget about the injury issues with Tottenham. The approach that Manager Postecoglou will most likely take is to have Son Heung-min and Brennan Johnson spearhead the attack, with Dominic Solanke expected to be the forward.
Fernandes looks to continue European excellenceBruno Fernandes will look to extend his remarkable performance on the European stage today. Earlier, he showcased his brilliance during the round of sixteen by scoring a breathtaking hat-trick against Real Sociedad.
"The main thing is that our team gets to bring the trophy back to Manchester,β said Fernandes, as he continues to place the team's success over individual milestones. Tonight's final is much more than just a trophy for both clubs, as it also has a Champions League Qualification.
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