Overview
The Europa League title could be a lifeline for Tottenham and Manchester United in a forgettable season for both teams. The final match in San Mames will decide their direction in the coming season.
Tottenham will be considered slightly better because they have won against Man United all three times they have met this season. That includes two Premier League games and the Carabao Cup win.
Spurs' high-level pressing style always creates many difficulties for the "Red Devils", the team often appears confused by the pressure. With both Lisandro Martinez and Leny Yoro injured, Harry Maguire will have to shoulder a huge task.
Meanwhile, the "Roosters" also have problems with creativity in midfield. They are likely to have to use Pedro Porro as a full-back to solve that problem. However, Man United's fast-paced wingers can take advantage of the space left by Porro to organize quick counter-attacks.
Fitness is also a problem that causes Ange Postecoglou a headache when his pressing style is too high, causing them to often feel exhausted at the end of the match. This is also the reason why they have often lost back this season.
Tottenham have been a formidable side for Man United in recent seasons. The Red Devils have won just one of their last six meetings.
Postecoglou's side beat Man United 3-0 at Old Trafford in the Premier League earlier this season. They then eliminated their Carabao Cup opponents in a 4-3 home match.
Personnel situation
Tottenham are still devastated by injuries with Dominic Solanke, Timo Werner, Richarison, Radu Dragusin, Brennan Johnson, Micky van de Ven and Cristian Romero absent. But goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario has been able to return to the field, while destiny Udogie and Wilson Odobert are also ready to play.
On the other side of the front line, Lisandro Martinez of Man United will be out for the rest of this season. The same is true of Amad Diallo. Luke Shaw, Mason Mount and Jonny Evans are also unable to play.
Expected lineup:
Tottenham: Vicario, Porro, Davies, Danso, Spence, Bergvall, Sar, Bentancur, Kulusevski, Tel, Son Heung-min.
Man United: Onana, De Ligt, Maguire, Mazraoui, Dorgu, Dalot, Mainoo, Ugarte, Garnacho, Fernandes, Zirkzee.
The match between Tottenham and Man United takes place at 2:00 am on May 22 (Vietnam time).
