The UEFA Europa League semifinals are underway.
Two first-leg matches were played tonight, Idman.biz reports.
Two teams that faced Qarabag in the group stage met in London, where Tottenham hosted Bodø/Glimt. The home side claimed a solid 3-1 victory, taking a strong advantage into the second leg.
In the other match, two clubs from Europe’s “Big Five” leagues clashed as Athletic Bilbao welcomed Manchester United. Contrary to expectations, the visitors delivered a dominant performance, winning 3-0 without reply.
Europa League
Semifinals, First Leg
May 1
23:00. Athletic Bilbao 0–3 Manchester United
Goals: Casemiro (30’), Fernandes (37’ pen), Fernandes (45’)
23:00. Tottenham 3–1 Bodø/Glimt
Goals: Johnson (1’), Maddison (34’), Solanke (61’ pen) – Saltnes (84’)
The return legs will be played on May 8.
Idman.biz