The 2025 UEFA Europa League final will be an all-English affair as Tottenham take on Manchester United in Bilbao.
Spurs overcame Bodo/Glimt 5-1 on aggregate in the semifinals, while United thrashed Athletic Club 7-1 across two legs.
The final on May 21 will be of massive importance to both clubs, especially given their awful Premier League campaigns. Not only is there a trophy up for grabs, but the team that wins the Europa League gets a bonus prize.
The Sporting News takes a look what is at stake.
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Does Europa League winner qualify for Champions League?
The winner of the Europa League final will automatically qualify for the prestigious UEFA Champions League league phase in the following season.
Being in the Champions League not only helps with player recruitment, but it also comes with guaranteed base revenue for the 36 clubs and the possibility of adding to it by collecting results throughout the competition.
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How much prize money does Europa League winner get?
Although the prize money in the Europa League is far less than that of the Champions League, it can still be a useful resource for those who can go deep into the tournament.
Teams can earn upwards of €25 million if they progress all the way to the final before winning the trophy, assuming they have won the majority of their early-round matches.
| Stage | Prize Money |
|---|---|
| League-phase win | €450,000 |
| League-phase draw | €150,000 |
| Playoff round (knockout) | €300,000 |
| Round of 16 | €1.75m |
| Quarterfinal | €2.5m |
| Semifinal | €4.2m |
| Final | €7m |
| Winners | €13m |
