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Bilbao is prepared for an invasion of tens of thousands of English fans when Manchester United and Tottenham compete in the Europa League final in 11 days.
A major security operation will be launched for the game in the centerpiece between the two Premier League competitors at the San Mames Estadio on May 21.
The two clubs will be awarded 15,000 tickets on the site, which has been reduced to a capacity of 49,600, but many other supporters should make the trip to the relatively small Basque city.
UEFA confirmed on Friday that the game will take place in Bilbao because it would not be possible logistically to go to a larger place within a short time and advised fans without tickets not to travel.
Special measures were implemented last week for the first stage of the United Athletic Bilbao semi-final after the problems flared when the Glasgow Rangers played in April, causing 13 injuries and six arrests.
Any police leave has been canceled and dozens of riot police officers in distinctive red headsets were deployed in the Stade region for United 3-0 victory, some firearms of firearms.
UEFA confirmed on Friday that the game will take place in Bilbao because it would not be possible to pass logistically to a larger place
Special measures were implemented last week for the first stage of the United Semi-final against Bilbao Athletic
The director’s body advised fans without tickets not to travel. In the photo: the president of UEFA, Aleksander, Ceferin
Ruben Amorim’s team filled a global victory of 7-1 to Old Trafford Thursday evening, while Tottenham knew 5-1 against Bodo / Glimt.
Another huge security operation is expected for the final on the northern coast of Spain while thousands of supporters descend to Bilbao by plane, road and even sea.
Grand Manchester police and put him in conjunction with local Ertzaintza and will send officers in Spain for the match.
UEFA also widened its discussions with the authorities and the two clubs, when it is understood that Tottenham had people in Bilbao on Friday carrying out logistical work.
A UEFA spokesperson told Mail Sport: “We are still working with the two clubs, their respective authorities and the police as well as local authorities and the final room to ensure the safety and security of all those involved.
Concerns has been raised concerning the staging of such a large game in a city with a population of only 345,000 inhabitants and a modest airport.
San Mames received the final because Bilbao had to abandon the accommodation matches at Euro 2020 due to COVVID and was replaced by the Estadio de la Cartuja in Seville.
In addition to the limited number of United Fans and Spurs who will be able to buy tickets, 11,000 will be generally for sale with the rest reserved for sponsors and hospital packages.
Manchester United has reserved its place in the final after finishing a global demolition of 7-1 from Bilbao Athletic
Meanwhile, Tottenham has accessed a global 5-1 victory over Norwegian Minnes Bodo / Glimt
UEFA will separate the two teams and their supporters by designating hotels, training grounds and fans areas in different areas of the city. United hoped to return to the five -star Media Hotel where they stayed last week, but the decision was made of their hands.
Friday, tickets for tickets, accommodation and travel intensified while prices continued to increase.
Direct flights went for about £ 1,500 back while some fans should go to Bilbao and others to cross 33 hours by ferry from Portsmouth.
Spurs said they were sending an email to the fans who managed to get their hands on a ticket with advice and travel plans.
