De Ligt, Dalot, Heaven - Manchester United injury news and return dates vs Athletic Club
- Manchester United hosts Athletic Bilbao at Old Trafford on May 9, 2025, for the Europa League semi-final second leg.
- United leads 3-0 from last week's first leg at San Mames Stadium, but both sides face key player absences due to injuries and suspension.
- Manchester United have sidelined players including Matthijs de Ligt and Diogo Dalot, while Bilbao miss attackers Nico, Inaki Williams, Oihan Sancet, and suspended Dani Vivian.
- Bruno Fernandes scored twice and Casemiro once in the first leg, with Athletic reduced to 10 men after a red card to Vivian, giving United a strong advantage.
- A United win secures a first Europa League final appearance since 2017 and a possible Champions League return, while Bilbao’s challenge remains despite player absences and the scoreline.
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Man Utd vs Athletic Bilbao: Confirmed team news, predicted lineups and injuries
United have a healthy lead heading into the second leg (Picture: Getty Images) Manchester United host Athletic Bilbao tonight hoping to finish the job at Old Trafford and book their place in the Europa League final. Ruben Amorim’s side produced a thrilling performance away in the Basque Country last Thursday to take full control of the semi-final tie at its halfway stage. Casemiro’s header gave the visitors the perfect start with Bruno Fernandes…
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