Athletic are facing problems on the eve of the final: how will they fight against Manchester United without Williams?

Athletic Bilbao are facing a serious test ahead of their Europa League semi-final. The Spanish club have been without a number of key players ahead of the crucial second leg.

The second leg against Manchester United will be played at Old Trafford on Thursday. However, the Basque team will be without their mainstays, Nico and Inaki Williams, in this crucial match. Both wingers have been ruled out due to muscle injuries and have not been included in the squad for the second leg.

In addition, two other key players of the team - central midfielders Unai Gomez and Oyan Sanset - will also be unavailable to head coach Ernesto Valverde due to minor injuries. They were crucial as playmakers for the team and their absence will not be able to affect Athletic's game plan.

Defender Daniel Vivian, who received a straight red card in the first leg, is also suspended. As a result of his penalty, it is not far-fetched that Athletic will lack a sufficiently experienced player in the center of the defense.

It is worth recalling that the first meeting between the two teams took place in Bilbao, where Manchester United won with a huge advantage - 3:0. After this convincing victory at San Mames, the Red Devils aim to formalize their place in the final at home.

Now, what tactics will Athletic use in the return match, which will start early in the morning, at 00:00 Tashkent time? Will the team be able to fight, believing in a miracle, even without their leaders?

All fans and football experts are eagerly awaiting the development of events in this match. One thing is certain: Athletic will experience a very difficult and serious test tonight. Read 'Zamin' on Telegram!