"All or Nothing" or "The Beginning of a New Era": Why is this Europa League final so special?

2025-05-21 06:00 © Organizatorių

This Europa League final will certainly be special. On May 21, in the city of Bilbao, two teams will meet that have had historically poor seasons in the English Premier League, given their history. The "Tottenham" team faces a challenge from the "Manchester United" players.

It can be said that the situations of the teams are similar. However, the significance of the title differs – let’s delve into that.

For "Manchester United," this trophy would be very valuable, but the club and fans see this matter from perhaps a different perspective. For them, the Europa League final is a good chance to qualify for the Champions League and remain in Europe's elite. Ruben Amorim should not be dismissed regardless of the final result, and for the coach himself, this is a good start into a new era. However, the results in the league since the Portuguese arrived have been tragic, so the confidence credit for next season will not be very high.

The situation for "Tottenham" is practically all or nothing. The trophy could mean the fate of one of the leaders, Cristian Romero, in the club, the end of their trophy drought, greater opportunities in the transfer market, and extended work with Ange Postecoglou. This club has frequently changed coaches in recent years, but Ange, having won this trophy, could start his third season. For now, there are various rumors on this topic. The Australian could leave the team even if he wins, but it would be hard to believe that, knowing that he will be one of the leaders having won a trophy for the "Spurs."

The club's fans see things differently from the "Red Devils." If for them, a place in the Champions League is a priority, the London club is only focused on the trophy, and a place in the Champions League is just a bonus. The last time "Tottenham" fought for a trophy was in 2008, when they overcame the "Chelsea" team in the League Cup final after extra time.

"Tottenham" is currently in 17th place in England, while "Manchester United" is one step lower, in 16th place. These are positions that the club's supporters could only have imagined in the worst nightmares, but with a Europa League title, the season will be saved, and ultimately, with some matters overlooked, the season could also be considered a success. "The beginning of a new era" or "everything or nothing."

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