Match Report: Manchester United 4–1 Athletic Club (Europa League Semi-Final – 2nd Leg, 8 May 2025, Old Trafford)
Manchester United produced a ruthless second-half performance to beat Athletic Club 4–1 on the night and 7–1 on aggregate, booking their place in the Europa League final.
The visitors briefly threatened an upset when Mikel Jauregizar gave them the lead with a sharp finish in the 31st minute. United had been flat in the first half but responded decisively after the break.
Mason Mount started the turnaround in the 72nd minute, guiding home the equaliser after sustained pressure. Casemiro put United in front on the night with a powerful header seven minutes later, and Rasmus Højlund added a third soon after, finishing a sweeping move from close range.
The standout moment came in stoppage time. With Athletic committing bodies forward, Mount spotted goalkeeper Julen Agirrezabala off his line and launched an audacious effort from just inside the United half. The ball arced over the stranded keeper and dropped perfectly into the net — a remarkable strike that sealed the win in spectacular style.
It was a commanding response from United after a subdued first 45 minutes. Rúben Amorim’s changes injected urgency and control, and once the equaliser came, there was little doubt over the outcome.
United now head to Bilbao for an all-English final against Tottenham, knowing victory would secure a return to the Champions League.
Final Score: Manchester United 4–1 Athletic Club
Goals:
31′ – Mikel Jauregizar (Athletic Club)
72′ – Mason Mount (Manchester United)
79′ – Casemiro (Manchester United)
85′ – Rasmus Højlund (Manchester United)
90+1′ – Mason Mount (Manchester United)
Referee: Daniel Siebert
Attendance: 73,298
Venue: Old Trafford, Manchester
