Why Man Utd will not hold a parade if they win Europa League
If Manchester United win the Europa League on May 21 against Tottenham, don't expect an open-top bus parade to celebrate.
Both clubs have had rough seasons—United are 16th in the Premier League, while Spurs are 17th—and they've got league games and international duties right after the final.
As a result, The Times report that United do not think it is appropriate to hold a major party.
Instead, United will throw a relaxed barbecue for players and staff the day after the game if they win.
Spurs, though, are expected to go all out with a parade if they bag their first European trophy since 1984 and their first piece of silverware of any description since 2008.
For context: United didn't hold a parade after winning the Europa League in 2017 either, a season that also saw them win the EFL Cup.
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