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Ruben Amorim sends warning to Man Utd stars ahead of Europa League final v Spurs
Ruben Amorim has issued a stark warning to his Manchester United squad, reminding them that reaching the Europa League final will “mean nothing” if they fail to beat Tottenham in the showpiece.
United booked their spot in the final after a commanding 4-1 win over Athletic Bilbao at Old Trafford and now face a high-stakes all-English clash against Spurs in Spain on May 21.
Tottenham, managed by Ange Postecoglou, advanced to the final after seeing off Bodo/Glimt and will now aim for a fourth consecutive victory over United this season.
Spurs have already beaten Amorim’s side twice in the Premier League and knocked them out of the Carabao Cup in December.
“I’m stressed already because of the final. If we don’t do it, it means nothing, but we’re happy to be there so let’s see,” Amorim said, reflecting on the challenge ahead.
Both United and Tottenham have endured disappointing domestic campaigns, currently languishing in 15th and 16th place in the Premier League with only three games remaining.
“It is quite similar, for me and Ange,” Amorim added. “It is a tough moment. One of us is going to win. It is going to be a big final, we are going to try to win.”

When asked about United’s three defeats to Spurs this season, Amorim remained optimistic: “First of all, you have to think in the odds, it is hard for a team to lose four times in a row. So we can think about it in that way. We need to have a full squad and to study the game quite well.
“We need to have a little bit of luck. Today we conceded a goal, but we had so many transitions to score and we didn’t. We have to be clinical in that game.”
On the other side, Spurs boss Ange Postecoglou is embracing the opportunity and confident about his team’s evolution throughout the competition.
“We deserved to go through and we’re excited for the final,” said the Australian manager. “We have grown in maturity through the competition. You can see the lads are understanding what is required.
“We kept them (Bodo/Glimt) to a minimum, the lads were focused on what we needed to do.
“We have used every player in the squad, we are used to adversity and overcoming that. They have handled it all really well.
“It could’ve been nervy. It’s why we do what we do, you understand the context of what this club has been trying to achieve for a while now.
“Managers and players come and go but there is one constant and it is the fan. Who knows, hopefully we can do something special. We will keep doing what we’re doing.”
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‘We want him’ – Club chief confirms he wants to sign Man Utd outcast in permanent transfer
Andre Onana could remain in Turkey beyond his loan spell, with Trabzonspor keen to secure him on a permanent deal.
The 30-year-old moved to Trabzonspor after falling out of favour at Manchester United, who brought in Senne Lammens last summer. Since then, Lammens has established himself as the club’s first-choice keeper, paving the way for Onana’s temporary switch.
In Turkey, however, Onana has rediscovered his form and quickly become a key figure. He recently grabbed attention with a standout performance in the Turkish Cup, saving three consecutive penalties to help his side overcome Samsunspor and reach the semi-finals.
The moment sparked widespread reactions online, especially from United supporters recalling their earlier penalty shootout defeat to Grimsby Town, where Onana managed just one save.
Trabzonspor president Ertugrul Dogan has openly expressed the club’s desire to keep the goalkeeper. He indicated that while Onana has his own career plans, the club would be eager to make the move permanent if the circumstances align, leaving the final decision in the player’s hands.
Back in England, United are expected to consider selling Onana, particularly with Lammens now firmly established as their number one. The club will likely aim to recover a significant portion of the £47.5 million they paid to sign him from Inter Milan in 2023, with two years still remaining on his contract.
Beyond his cup heroics, Onana has been a consistent presence in the league, starting every match for Trabzonspor and playing a vital role in their push for the title. His performances have earned strong praise in Turkey, with the club currently sitting third in the table, just six points behind leaders Galatasaray.
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Man City place Arsenal ‘bottles’ for sale outside Etihad Stadium before 2025/26 Premier League decider
Manchester City appear to have kicked off the psychological battle ahead of their Premier League showdown with Arsenal.
In the build-up to the match, bottles branded with the Arsenal logo were reportedly being sold outside the stadium, priced cheaply and seemingly intended as a tongue-in-cheek way for home fans to mock the visiting supporters.
The stunt draws inspiration from a recent viral moment at Stamford Bridge, where a City fan was seen jokingly “drinking Arsenal tears” during their emphatic 3-0 win over Chelsea—a clip that quickly spread across social media.
With tensions already high given the importance of the fixture, the gesture adds another layer to the rivalry between the two sides. Arsenal, meanwhile, will be focused on responding where it matters most—on the pitch—as they aim to silence critics and deliver a strong result in what could be a defining game in the title race.
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Bruno Fernandes responds to Manchester United star’s dig at Chelsea flop Alejandro Garnacho
Alejandro Garnacho faced criticism from his former Manchester United teammates following Chelsea’s latest Premier League setback.
A first-half goal from Matheus Cunha secured a narrow but important win for United, strengthening the position of Michael Carrick’s side in the race for Champions League qualification. Chelsea, meanwhile, continue to struggle, with the defeat marking their fourth consecutive league loss without finding the net.
Pressure is mounting on head coach Liam Rosenior, who only took charge a few months ago after replacing Enzo Maresca. While the club has not publicly wavered in its support, questions are beginning to emerge over several players, including Garnacho, whose performances have failed to meet expectations since his £40 million move from Old Trafford.
Reports suggest Chelsea could be open to offers for the 21-year-old after a difficult start to life at Stamford Bridge. He had an early opportunity to impress against his former side after coming on for the injured Estevao, but once again struggled to make an impact, finding it hard to break through a United defence that was missing several first-choice centre-backs.

Garnacho also received a hostile reception from United supporters during the match, and the reaction appeared to carry over beyond the pitch. After the game, Luke Shaw shared an image on social media showing himself standing over Garnacho following a challenge. Bruno Fernandes responded with a playful but pointed comment, while former teammate Alex Telles also joined in with reactions.
Chelsea’s broader struggles are becoming increasingly concerning. They now sit four points behind Liverpool in the race for fifth place, despite having played an extra game. The current run—four straight league defeats without scoring—is their worst in nearly three decades, with an even longer drought not seen since 1912.

Across all competitions, the form is equally worrying, with six losses in their last seven matches and 16 goals conceded during that stretch. A significant portion of their recent goals have come in a single outing against Port Vale, highlighting their lack of consistency in front of goal.
After the match, Rosenior admitted uncertainty about what failing to qualify for the Champions League could mean for his future. He acknowledged the result was difficult to take, especially given that Chelsea created numerous chances but failed to convert them. He pointed out that United capitalised on a limited opportunity, while his side were unable to make their attacking pressure count.
Despite the frustration, Rosenior emphasized the need for continued effort and improvement, insisting that the team must find a way to turn their form around before the situation worsens further.
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