Manchester United manager Ruben Amorim stated his side’s journey to the Europa League final would mean nothing if they do not beat Tottenham Hotspur in Bilbao later in May.
Amorim’s Red Devils dispatched Athletic Bilbao 7-1 on aggregate to secure their spot in the final of Europe’s second tier competition.United will face Spurs on May 21, with the winner assured of a spot in the Champions League next season.
“It’s the least we can do for these fans, for the support they have given us in this tough season,” Amorim said to TNT Sports.
“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.
“I know I should be a better manager and the team should be better at this moment but we’re trying. We did quite well in Europe but we are struggling in the Premier League.”
Spurs booked their place for the final with a 5-1 aggregate win against Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt.
Ange Postecoglou’s side have endured as equally a challenging season as United and also see victory in the Europa League as being the only way to salvage their campaign.
Tottenham have already beaten United three times this season, winning 3-0 and 1-0 in the Premier League and 4-3 in the League Cup.
“We have to have a full squad [against Tottenham], stay in the game and have a bit of luck and we have to be clinical,” said Amorim.
“It’s quite similar for me and Ange. It is a tough moment and one of us is going to win. It’s going to be a big final and we will try to win.”
