Official Programme 2025 UEFA Europa League final Tottenham Hotspur v Manchester United
Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United arrived in Bilbao for the 2025 UEFA Europa League final with plenty to prove. Both clubs had endured tough Premier League campaigns, with United finishing 15th and Spurs just two places above the drop in 17th. Yet this final meant everything: not just a shot at silverware but a lifeline—Champions League qualification for 2025-26 was on the line. The official match programme captured the tension and history, packed with stats, interviews, and unforgettable photography from a night that would rewrite the clubs’ seasons. For Spurs, the journey to Bilbao was all about resilience. The squad and staff, under immense pressure, refused to buckle. After months of criticism and disappointment at home, they developed a resilient mindset. In the final, their discipline and togetherness shone through. When the whistle blew, it was Tottenham who edged a nervy contest 1-0, sending the travelling fans into rapture and booking their place back among Europe’s elite. The victory was more than a trophy—it was a statement. Manchester United, meanwhile, were left to rue missed opportunities and a campaign that never quite clicked. Both clubs will remember this final not just for the result but for the drama and stakes involved. Football once again displayed its power to surprise as fans packed the San Mamés in Bilbao and millions watched worldwide.