Manchester United have lost ground against Athletic Bilbao, as they conceded a significant 2-3 defeat at home, in the first-leg of the Europa League’s eighth-finals, on Thursday evening.The Red Devils entered well in the game, pushing forward, and their pressure ended up paying off with Wayne Rooney opening the score in the 22nd minute, which was the result of a fine counter-attack from Sir Alex Ferguson’s men, in a great build up between Giggs and Chicharito who made a brilliant assistance for Wayne Rooney’s knock in the rebound.
However, Athletic Bilbao became increasingly stronger, overcoming United in the ball possession and match domination. But, the Old Trafford outfit put on a strong defence , at least up until Llorente’s goal, which was scored at the very last minute of the first-half.
