All eyes turn to San Mamés this Thursday as Athletic Bilbao take on Manchester United in a pivotal Europa League semi-final first leg. With a place in the final – to be held in Bilbao itself – up for grabs, both sides are poised to make a significant push toward silverware.
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BetUK Europa League Promotion Details
| Offer | Promo Details | Eligible Match | Min. Deposit | Last Checked |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bet £10, Get £30 | No promo code needed | Athletic Bilbao vs Man United | £10 | 30/04/2025 |
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How to Claim the BetUK Welcome Offer for Athletic Bilbao vs Manchester United
Whether you believe in Bilbao’s home dominance or Manchester United’s European pedigree, here’s how to unlock the BetUK bonus:
- Head to the BetUK website and register for a new account by clicking on this LINK.
- Opt into the Sports Welcome Offer during the sign-up process.
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- Once settled, you’ll be awarded 3 x £10 Free Bets across different markets.
Match Odds for Athletic Bilbao vs Manchester United
| Result | Odds |
|---|---|
| Athletic Bilbao Win | 6/4 |
| Draw | 9/4 |
| Manchester United Win | 13/8 |
A qualifying £10 bet could return:
- Bilbao to win at 6/4 returns £25.
- Draw at 9/4 returns £32.50.
- United to win at 13/8 returns £26.25.
Despite the evenly matched odds, Bilbao’s impressive home form could give them a significant edge.
Team Form and Match Preview
Athletic Bilbao
The Basque side are targeting their first-ever Europa League title – and what better venue than their iconic San Mamés to host the final. Ernesto Valverde’s side have won all six home matches in this campaign, netting 14 goals and conceding only two.
Having eliminated Roma and Rangers with convincing home performances, Bilbao now stand 180 minutes away from history. Nico Williams has been central to their run, contributing to a goal in each of his six home appearances in Europe this term.
Though midfielder Oihan Sancet is sidelined, the Williams brothers and Gorka Guruzeta form a formidable front line. With veteran Oscar De Marcos still involved in the squad, this semi-final evokes memories of their triumph over United in 2012 – a tie where De Marcos scored twice.
Manchester United
Still reeling from a disappointing domestic campaign, United’s European journey under Ruben Amorim has been near flawless. Unbeaten in continental competition, they’ve scored 28 goals and attempted more shots than any other side in the tournament.
Their route to the semi-final included dismantling Real Sociedad and surviving an extraordinary 7-6 aggregate win over Lyon, capped by three late goals at Old Trafford. However, fitness concerns loom large – with key absentees such as Zirkzee, Dalot, and De Ligt – and only Rasmus Hojlund’s late strike last weekend spared them from another league defeat.
Bruno Fernandes remains pivotal, boasting a record-breaking 29 goal involvements in Europa League knockouts. His influence will be crucial if United are to avoid a repeat of their previous defeats to Bilbao.
Predicted Lineups
Athletic Bilbao (4-2-3-1):
Simon; Gorosabel, Vivian, Alvarez, Berchiche; Ruiz de Galarreta, Jauregizar; I. Williams, Berenguer, N. Williams; Guruzeta
Manchester United (3-4-2-1):
Onana; Yoro, Maguire, Shaw; Mazraoui, Ugarte, Casemiro, Dorgu; Fernandes, Garnacho; Hojlund
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FAQs – BetUK and Athletic Bilbao vs Manchester United
Can I use my BetUK Free Bets on this match?
Yes, one of your £10 Free Bets is designated for football and can be used on this or any eligible football event.
Do in-play bets qualify for the welcome offer?
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