Bettors have been busy predicting the outcome of the Europa League Final - what are the most popular bets?
With anticipation building ahead of Wednesday night's Europa League final in Bilbao, UK sports bettors have made their allegiances clear, overwhelmingly backing Manchester United to triumph over Tottenham.
Since both teams secured their spots in the final, over 80% of bets placed through Oddschecker have backed Ruben Amorim’s side to lift the trophy.
At the time of writing, Manchester United are priced as 4/6 favourites with bet365 (57.5% implied probability) to win, compared to 5/4 (42.5% implied probability) for Spurs.
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Europa League Final Betting
Quote from Oddschecker's Leon Blackman: “Wednesday night's Europa League final between Spurs and Man United is expected to be our busiest football betting event of the entire season, and fans are heavily favouring one team.
Ruben Amorim’s Manchester United have dominated the betting with more than 80% of all wagers placed on them lifting the trophy, despite the odds suggesting it will be a tight affair."
As of Wednesday morning, this Europa League final already ranks fifth for betting traffic on Oddschecker’s platform this season, and it's projected to comfortably become the busiest football betting event by kick-off.
Busiest Football Betting Matches in the 24/25 Season
| Match | Date |
|---|---|
| Liverpool vs. Man United | 5th Jan 2025 |
| Real Madrid vs. Arsenal | 16th April 2025 |
| Liverpool vs. Newcastle (EFL CUP) | 16th March 2025 |
| Arsenal vs. PSG | 29th April 2025 |
| Spurs vs. Man United (UEL Final) | 21st May 2025 |
Europa League Final Most Backed Bets
1. Man United to Lift the Trophy - 4/6
Despite their struggles in the league, Manchester United have been the most backed team to lift the Europa League trophy. Punters are siding with their unbeaten European run and proven pedigree in finals to get the job done in Bilbao.
Back Man United to Lift the Trophy!
2. Anytime Goalscorer: Bruno Fernandes - 5/2
Bruno Fernandes is joint-top scorer in this season’s Europa League with seven goals, and a strike in the final would see him claim the Golden Boot outright.
He’s delivered in the big moments too, netting a hat-trick against Real Sociedad and a brace in the semi-final win over Athletic Bilbao. As United’s reliable penalty taker - converting 38 of 42 spot-kicks - Fernandes remains their most likely source of a goal in Bilbao.
Back Bruno Fernandes To Score Anytime!
3. Tottenham Played to be Carded: Rodrigo Bentancur - 9/4
Rodrigo Bentancur’s all-action style makes him a prime card contender in a high-stakes final. The Uruguayan midfielder averages 1.9 tackles and 1.1 fouls per game and has already been shown four yellow cards in 12 Europa League appearances this season.
With eight bookings domestically and a key role in Spurs’ aggressive press under Postecoglou, his combative approach could easily land him in the referee’s book.
4. Man United Player to be Carded: Manuel Ugarte - 2/1
Manuel Ugarte’s relentless defensive style makes him a strong candidate for a card in the final. Averaging 2.9 tackles and 1.5 fouls per game, the Uruguayan is central to United’s press and is crucial to breaking up play - often at the cost of a card.
With 11 yellow cards in the Premier League and two more in the Europa League, his combative role under Ruben Amorim could easily see him booked again on the big stage.
