Manchester United welcome Athletic Club to Old Trafford tonight for the second leg of their Europa League semi-final – with one foot already in the final after an emphatic first-leg performance.
A brace from Bruno Fernandes and a goal from Casemiro saw the Reds earn a commanding 3-0 lead in Bilbao last week, leaving them firm favourites to book a place in the final.
A final where either Tottenham Hotspur or Bodo/Glimt await.
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Fans are now expecting a disciplined, professional performance under the lights to seal their passage through.
Ruben Amorim looks to take another step towards silverware in his debut season.
Adding to the buzz ahead of kick-off, a familiar face has been spotted arriving at the Theatre of Dreams for the big occasion.
Nani spotted arriving at Old Trafford ahead of second leg
Journalist Ella Barber posted on X that Manchester United favourite Nani is in attendance at Old Trafford tonight.
Barber shared a photo of the former winger suited up and walking into the stadium.
Nani joined the Reds in the summer of 2007 – on the same day the club also announced the signing of Anderson.
He quickly became a fan favourite thanks to his flair, powerful strikes, and decisive contributions in big matches.
The Portugal international played a key role in a hugely successful era under Sir Alex Ferguson, winning four Premier League titles and helping United to Champions League glory in 2008, where he converted his penalty in the final shootout win over Chelsea in Moscow.
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He also lifted the Community Shield, famously scoring a stunning winner against Manchester City in 2011, as well as two League Cups and the 2008 FIFA Club World Cup.
In 2014, Nani returned to Sporting on loan as part of the deal that brought Marcos Rojo to Manchester, before sealing a permanent move to Fenerbahce the following summer.
He ended his United career with 41 goals in 230 appearances and remains one of the most gifted wingers to play for the club in the modern era.
Now retired, he returns to Old Trafford tonight as a proud observer.
Fans will be delighted to see one of their cult heroes back in familiar surroundings.
Nani in attendance at Old Trafford tonight!🇵🇹🔴#MUFC #MUNATH #EuropaLeague pic.twitter.com/ywbWGczZCR
— Ella Barber (@EllaBarber_) May 8, 2025
