Match Preview – May 15, 2025
The all-English UEFA Europa League Semifinal features Tottenham Hotspur facing Manchester United in a massive clash with a spot in the final on the line. Set for a primetime kickoff in North London, both sides bring form, firepower, and plenty of storylines into the second leg after a 1-1 draw at Old Trafford.
First Leg Recap
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Result: 1-1 draw
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Goalscorers:
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Bruno Fernandes (Manchester United) – 34’
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Heung-Min Son (Tottenham) – 76’
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Tottenham took a cautious approach in the first leg but grew into the match and earned a crucial away goal.
Projected Lineups
Tottenham (3-4-3):
Vicario – Romero, Dier, van de Ven – Porro, Bentancur, Bissouma, Udogie – Kulusevski, Son, Maddison
Manchester United (4-2-3-1):
Onana – Dalot, Varane, Martinez, Shaw – Casemiro, Mainoo – Antony, Fernandes, Rashford – Højlund
Key Matchups
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Son vs Varane: Son’s pace and movement could stretch the veteran United backline.
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Bruno Fernandes vs Bissouma: Midfield battle that may dictate tempo and control.
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Udogie vs Antony: A defensive test for Udogie against United’s unpredictable winger.
Betting Odds (as of May 15):
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Tottenham: +145
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Draw: +220
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Manchester United: +180
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Over/Under 2.5 Goals: Over -110 / Under -110
Prediction
Tottenham will look to press more aggressively at home, and United’s inconsistencies away from Old Trafford could be exposed.
✅ Pick: Tottenham 2-1 Manchester United
✅ To Score: Son Heung-Min
✅ Best Bet: Tottenham ML (+145)
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