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Manchester United 7-1 caused controversy? Amorin: I want to learn from Mourinho! Great British Whistle: Penalty shot not been awarded

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Preface: Manchester United beat Athletic Bilbao 4-1 and advanced to the 2025 Europa League final! In the second leg of the UEFA Cup semi-finals, although Manchester United was once approached by their opponents, they successfully advanced with an explosive counterattack in the second half. Penalty controversy, substitute achievements, coach's first European final - suspense and highlights are full!

Manchester United successfully completed the mission, defeated Athletic Bilbao with a strong performance at Old Trafford, and successfully advanced to the 2025 Europa League final. The Red Devils returned with a 3-0 victory in Spain in the first leg, and when they returned to home, they just need to avoid being reversed. However, the first half of the game was not smooth. In the 31st minute, Bilbao's Jaregisal scored, which made many fans feel nervous. However, Manchester United completely took over the game in the second half, and under the dispatch of coach Ruben Amorin, the team made an efficient counterattack. Mason Mount, who came on as a substitute, scored twice, sweeping away previous doubts; Casemiro and Hoylen also scored one goal each to secure the victory for the team, and finally eliminated their opponents with a total score of 7-1.

Although the results of the competition are satisfactory, the process is still full of controversy. In the 21st minute of the first half, young winger Dorgu broke into the penalty area and was knocked down by Bilbao defender Gorosabel, and Manchester United fans unanimously called for a penalty kick. However, referee Daniel Zibert refused to give a penalty. Afterwards, former Premier League whistle Kratenberg also objected to this, believing that the foul was "clumsy" and that both sides did have physical contact and deserved a penalty. He also emphasized that such punishments are subjective, so it is reasonable to maintain the decision of the referee on the field.

If this penalty is awarded, Manchester United may secure the victory early. But as fans said, the Red Devils never take the "simple route". Although the final score was 4-1, the home audience was once nervous before the offensive began. The team's ups and downs in the European game also seemed to have become a "tradition". Amorin encouraged himself after the game: I want to learn from Mourinho, and I hope I can win the European Championship!

Now, Manchester United can fully prepare for the final against Tottenham on May 21. This is not only the first European final in coach Amorin's coaching career, but also his most important battle at Manchester United. The opponent Tottenham is coached by Angie Postkoglu, who is also under great pressure. This European matchup within the Premier League is destined to be full of gunpowder. Before the final match, Manchester United will also play against West Ham and Chelsea in the Premier League, which will test the team's physical distribution and rotation strategy.

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