Anything can change in second leg, Amorim warns United

MANCHESTER United coach Ruben Amorim said it was “natural” his more experienced stars like Harry Maguire delivered in the 3-0 Europa League semi-final first leg win over Athletic Bilbao on Thursday night.

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The Red Devils have had an atrocious domestic season, languishing in 14th in the Premier League, and some of their most established players have come in for heavy criticism.

However, at the San Mames, Bruno Fernandes netted twice and England international Harry Maguire helped set up the opening goal for former Real Madrid midfielder Casemiro with an enterprising dribble down the right flank.

“It’s really important that they have to step up in these moments,” Amorim told reporters.

“They are experienced, international players. They have to step up in these moments - that’s why they are playing here.

“They are the most experienced players in this team, so I think that is natural.”

Maguire also scored a vital goal as United came from behind to beat Lyon in the quarter-finals, with his Europa League displays providing respite after a torrid spell at Old Trafford.