Manchester United achieved a significant 3-0 first-leg win in the Europa League semi-final against Athletic Bilbao, with Bruno Fernandes scoring two goals. The match saw Casemiro open the scoring, followed by Fernandes converting a penalty after Bilbao's Daniel Vivian was sent off. United, despite a challenging domestic season, demonstrated their strength in Europe, moving one step closer to the final. Athletic Bilbao struggled to respond after the red card, unable to capitalize on home support as they faced a one-sided contest.
"It's a great start, to get a victory here and score three goals and with a clean sheet. All the pressure will be on us," said Harry Maguire.
"We need to prepare properly, and if we do that, we'll give ourselves a great chance."
"Bilbao could not muster a response in the second half with depleted numbers, leaving United to coast to the most unlikely first-leg success."
"Bruno Fernandes scores twice as Man Utd seal game in first half in Bilbao... United put themselves on the cusp of the Europa League final."
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