Manchester United take a huge step towards reaching the Europa League final as a stunning spell in the first half against 10-man Athletic Bilbao ensures they take a big advantage into the semi-final second-leg at Old Trafford.

Man Utd again produced a European performance of quality to beat Athletic Club 3-0 and take total control of their Europa League semi-final.

Manchester United clashed heads with Athletic Bilbao at the San Mames Stadium earlier tonight as they hoped to secure a good result on the road in the first leg of their UEFA Europa League semifinal