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Roy Keane believes Manchester United may have the slight edge over Tottenham Hotspur due to key factors ahead of the Europa League final.
Manchester United are preparing for a clash against Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final scheduled for Wednesday, May 21.
Former Manchester United captain Roy Keane has shared his thoughts on why he still favours the Red Devils to come out on top.
Speaking on Sky Sports ahead of the clash, Roy Keane mentioned not only the individual quality of players like Bruno Fernandes but also the rich history and experience Manchester United bring to crucial games.
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Roy Keane on the Importance of Having Bruno Fernandes
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In any major final, individual players can decide the outcome, and Roy Keane believes that Bruno Fernandes is exactly the kind of player who can save Manchester United when it matters most.
Since joining Manchester United, Bruno Fernandes, the current captain, has consistently shown an ability to influence matches with his prowess.
“You still have to fancy United, someone like Bruno can produce... That might edge it for them, and I think Bruno can produce that bit of magic,” Roy Keane said.
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In the Europa League final, Bruno Fernandes brings more than just skill and his vision to pick out passes, and his knack for scoring crucial goals has made him a key figure for Manchester United.
He has often made a difference in matches and will be very vital for Manchester United when they go up against the Spurs.
Roy Keane on the Winning Pedigree and Experience in Finals
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Roy Keane also believes Manchester United have the psychological edge over Spurs, thanks to their extensive history in finals.
“There’s not much between them [in the league] but come the crunch, come the final, United's history in finals, them winning cups the last few years, you'd like to think they would have a bit more knowledge around the game than Spurs,” Roy Keane shared.
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Despite a period of transition in recent years, they have still secured several major trophies, including the Europa League in 2017, the FA Cup, and the Premier League.
The Spurs have faced a frustrating drought when it comes to major trophies, with their last big final appearance ending in heartbreak against Liverpool in the 2019 Champions League final.
Roy Keane highlighted that Manchester United understand the rhythm of a final and staying composed under pressure.
Roy Keane on The Weight of Manchester United’s Legacy and Status
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Lastly, Roy Keane has stressed the intangible but undeniable factor of Manchester United’s global stature and the aura that comes with being one of football’s most successful clubs.
He said, “The history of Manchester United still carries a little bit of weight.”
In this case, Manchester United have earned respect, expectation, and pressure that accompany a club with a trophy-laden history.
Opponents, even subconsciously, often recognise the pedigree of a club like Manchester United, and it can also inspire the players themselves.
While Tottenham Hotspur is a respected Premier League side, they have not consistently enjoyed the same level of success and global influence as Man United.
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Roy Keane has acknowledged that Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United may be closely matched on paper and in the league standings.
However, when the stakes are at their highest, the scales tip in favour of the club with proven success in the past.
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