San Mames turns sour for United as ex-Athletic Bilbao man unleashes scathing rebuke over ‘disrespect’ following semifinal clash.
Following Manchester United’s crushing 1-0 loss to Tottenham Hotspur in the Europa League final at Bilbao’s own San Mames Stadium, former Athletic Club midfielder Mikel San José delivered a stinging social media attack on the Red Devils.
San José, still emotionally tied to his hometown club, didn’t hold back. His message? Sharp and unforgiving:
> “15 days ago you were laughing. Today you are crying. All the Athletic Club fans had respect for you while you laughed at us. We still respect you in our city and in our stadium tonight. But you deserve to lose, Manchester United. I hope at least you learn to respect.”
His words reference what is believed to have been mocking celebrations from Manchester United players after eliminating Athletic Bilbao in the semifinals. That perceived arrogance has now come back to haunt them.
The comment has gone viral across Spanish and English fanbases, igniting debate about class, sportsmanship, and karma in football.
As tensions rise in the aftermath of a humiliating defeat, United now face scrutiny not just for their football, but their conduct off the pitch.
