Manchester United will not enjoy an open-top bus parade even if they win the Europa League – with a barbecue on the menu instead.
The stakes couldn’t be higher for the Red Devils ahead of their clash with Tottenham, after their worst domestic season in recent history.
A hungry Fernandes takes a bite out of his shirt as he waits for his foodAFPRuben Amorim faced a grilling after a 2-0 defeat to West Ham saw the club slip to a lowly 16th in the Premier League table.
However, United fans can still meet in celebration should the players serve up a sizzling finale in Bilbao against fellow strugglers Spurs.
Europa League glory would be the first continental triumph at Old Trafford since winning the same tournament in 2017.
It would also catapult Amorim‘s side back into the Champions League, with all the riches that come with being among UEFA‘s elite.
Despite this, there are no plans at present for a parade if United bring home the bacon, partly due to the club’s tight schedule.
Man United have a top-flight fixture against Aston Villa days after the Europa League final, with a post-season tour straight afterwards.
The Red Devils play in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, just three days after their Premier League season comes to a close on May 28.
Their Asian tour continues with another game in Hong Kong on May 30, with several key stars then reporting for international duty.
Therefore, United intend to stage a more low-key celebration at their Carrington training ground, which is also undergoing building works.
Players, staff and their families will all meet for a BBQ, according to The Times, but Tottenham are expected to have a parade if they win.
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Wednesday May 21
Tottenham vs Man United – Europa League final
Sunday, May 25
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Amorim whispers his kebab order to assistant Carlos FernandesGettySpurs are bidding to lift their first piece of silverware since the League Cup victory in 2008 and a first European trophy since 1984.
It would mark the third Premier League club to stage an open-top bus parade this year, with Championship promotion-winning duo Leeds United and Burnley also enjoying their own this month.
Newcastle held one following their Carabao Cup success in March, with Liverpool set to follow suit for their Premier League title victory.
United, meanwhile, haven’t held an open-top bus parade since Sir Alex Ferguson delivered a 20th top-flight crown before retiring.
That year, an estimated 100,000 people lined the streets to celebrate, but Ally McCoist has one way to make a BBQ just as special.
The talkSPORT host told Breakfast: “I tell you what I’ll do, I think there’s a niche for me in here. See if Ruben Armiron wants to contact me, I think I can provide the food, the meat for the barbecue.”
United’s last open-top bus tour came 12 years agoGetty“I can see wee [Alejandro] Garnacho right now, battering into one of my spare ribs. I can see him. You know that with the barbecue sauce over it. He’s got it caught on the side and all that,” McCoist added.
“Oh, wee Garnacho would love my ribs. Where is he from? He’s Argentinian, he’s got to love my ribs, man.
“Do you know what I do for Bruno [Fernandes]? I’ve got it sorted. Piri piri chicken, he’s Portuguese. Nando’s. I’ll get my chicken, marinade it.
“He’s going to be happy. Harry Maguire – I’m just throwing Harry a t-bone. Marcus [Rashford] can come, oh aye.”
[Even though he wasn’t part of the side to win?] “Marcus, he’s coming alone and I’ve got him a burger,” McCoist finished.
The staff will stage the low-key celebrations at the club’s training groundGettyTottenham vs Man United: talkSPORT coverage
The 2025 Europa League final will take place on Wednesday, May 21.
Kick-off is currently scheduled for 8pm, with talkSPORT’s live coverage of the final presented by Adrian Durham.
Commentary will be provided by Jim Proudfoot and former England striker Dean Ashton.
To tune in to talkSPORT or talkSPORT 2 through the website, click HERE for the live stream.
You can also listen via the talkSPORT app, on DAB digital radio, through your smart speaker and on 1089 or 1053 AM.
The final will also be shown live on TNT Sports in the UK.
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