Overview

• Manchester United defeated Athletic Bilbao 3-0 in the Europa League semi-final first leg, with Bruno Fernandes scoring twice, including a penalty.
• Daniel Vivian of Bilbao was sent off after a VAR review for pulling down Rasmus Hojlund, a decision that sparked debate among fans and media.
• In a tense post-match interview, Fernandes questioned a Spanish reporter's understanding of the rules, stating a hand-based foul in such situations mandates a red card.
• Fernandes emphasized his respect for referees, noting his time in England has shaped his approach to officiating controversies.
• Bilbao's Iñaki Williams claimed a potential handball by Alejandro Garnacho in the build-up to the penalty was missed, though Fernandes dismissed the claim as something he did not see.