Ferguson tips Athletic Bilbao for Europa League title

Manchester United boss Sir Alex Ferguson believes Athletic Bilbao have a "very good chance" of lifting the Europa League trophy after his side were outclassed by Athletic in their last-16 tie.

United lost 2-1 (agg 5-3) in Bilbao with their consolation goal coming from Wayne Rooney late on.

Ferguson praises Marcelo Bielsa's side for their "work-rate" saying it is the best in Europe.

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