Manchester United’s preparations for the Europa League final have taken centre stage this week as the Reds look to salvage their season in a mouth-watering showdown against Spurs.
Ruben Amorim’s men landed in Bilbao this week, aiming to bounce back from a turbulent Premier League campaign and secure a spot in next season’s Champions League.
The squad have been working intensively behind the scenes in Spain, with tactical drills, press duties and fan interactions dominating the lead-up to Wednesday night’s finale at San Mames Stadium.
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Tottenham, who finished above United in the league, are slight underdogs on paper but will lean on their cup form and Ange Postecoglou’s tactical nous to tip the scales in their favour.
With United aiming to restore pride and close the chapter on an underwhelming domestic campaign, a familiar face has flown in to offer support from the stands—none other than golf superstar Rory McIlroy.
Fresh off a frustrating finish at the PGA Championship, Rory McIlroy is now banking on his beloved Manchester United to deliver silverware when it matters most.
The Northern Irishman, who has been a lifelong United supporter, was spotted in Bilbao alongside his caddie Harry Diamond, legendary former players Paul Scholes and Rio Ferdinand, and TNT Sports commentator Darren Fletcher.
McIlroy’s appearance comes just weeks after he was invited by Amorim to visit Old Trafford following his historic Masters triumph at Augusta—where he completed the career Grand Slam.
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In a heartfelt video shared by the club, Amorim praised McIlroy’s resilience and called for the same spirit to inspire United’s squad during their final push in Europe.
While McIlroy’s presence in Manchester remains unconfirmed, his arrival in Spain shows clear intent—backing his team on one of their biggest nights since the 2017 Europa League triumph under Jose Mourinho.
The 36-year-old isn’t playing in this week’s Charles Schwab Challenge on the PGA Tour, allowing him the freedom to travel.
After the final, McIlroy is expected to return to action at the Memorial Tournament and then continue his summer schedule with appearances at the Canadian Open and the US Open at Oakmont.
But for now, all his focus is on United lifting the trophy in Bilbao—and giving fans one final reason to celebrate this season.
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