The UEFA Europa League final would be underway in Gdansk, Poland, with Alley Sport bringing you Manchester United vs Villarreal Preview and the buildup to the final.
Manchester United take on Villarreal in an interesting match, worthy of a final, with both sides needing this trophy to end the long season with any silverware. Both sides have had a tough journey to the final, with Manchester United seeing off AS Roma in the semi finals, while Villarreal gunning down fellow English club Arsenal, to eliminate the chances of an all-English final in both, UEL and the UCL, with Manchester City facing Chelsea in the UCL Final.
Manchester United vs Villarreal Preview
Manchester United have had a rejuvenated season this year, going unbeaten away from home in the Premier League, and finishing 2nd behind Manchester City, showing signs of growth for the club. The Red Devils have struggled in the competition last few years, after brutally knocked out by Sevilla in the semifinals last UEFA Europa League. However, this time around, Manchester United could potentially win silverware for the season, an uncalled success for a future team of stars.
Villarreal have always been one of the most consistent teams from Spain, however the Submarines found them languishing in the 7th position of the La Liga, qualifying for the UEFA Europa Conference League. Villarreal showed their ability to take on big teams, after overcoming Arsenal, and almost upsetting Real Madrid, it is quite evident that Villarreal are a team not to be taken lightly, especially with the attacking duo of Gerard Moreno and Paco Alcacer flourishing under manager Unai Emery.
Manchester United vs Villarreal Preview: Prediction
Villarreal showed their title credentials against Arsenal, deservingly winning the two-legged semifinal clash, but are the underdogs as they face Manchester United. Manchester United are the favorites to lift the UEFA Europa League trophy in Gdansk, and are expected to beat the Spanish club, which would be the first trophy under Ole Gunnar Solskjaer, with Manchester United aiming to replicate this success in the Champions League for the next season.
Manchester United vs Villarreal Preview: H2H Results
Manchester United face Villarreal for the 5th time in their respective European footballing history, with all 4 of these previous encounters finishing as a 0-0 draw in the UEFA Champions League. Villarreal are the only opponents to stop a side, who has faced Manchester United multiple times. This is Manchester United’s 8th European final, while Villarreal make their debut as a side to qualify the finals of a European tournament.
Manchester United vs Villarreal Preview: Livestream
UEFA Europa League matches will be broadcasted in India by the Sony Entertainment network, while fans also have the option of streaming the game from the Sony Liv app, Thursday, 27th May 12:30 AM IST. What are your thoughts on the Manchester United vs Villarreal Preview?
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