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Metro
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Metro
Man Utd legend Patrice Evra to miss Europa League final after death of sister
Manchester United legend Patrice Evra will miss the club's Europa League final against Tottenham following the death of his sister. Evra was due to attend Wednesday night's European clash in Bilbao but revealed on social media that he would now instead be attending his sister's funeral. The ex-defender said his sister died at the age of 56 following a 20-year battle with cancer. 'Hi guys, I was supposed to come to Bilbao tomorrow for the final in person to show my support and share my positive energy,' he said. 'But unfortunately, I have to go to Paris for the funeral of my sister on the same day as the final. She was 56, fighting against cancer for 20 years.' Wake up to find news on your club in your inbox every morning with Metro's Football Newsletter. Sign up to our newsletter and then select your team in the link so we can send you football news tailored to you. Evra, 44, went on to urge Ruben Amorim's side to show the same strength his sister did during her battle with cancer. 'Resilience, fighting… that's what I want from you guys tomorrow,' he said. 'Just fight, bleed for this shirt. 'For the fans, for the staff, for the people in Manchester, for the fans all around the world, there is no excuse. This is your duty tomorrow. 'The coach is someone I support, someone I believe in. Even if we win or we lose, give something guys. 'It's gonna be a tough game. Tottenham also has a lot to lose. They are in the same position in the league like us. 'They didn't win a trophy, so this is a massive chance for them. But this is no excuse. We are Man United. 'Do you know how many fans gonna travel around the world and believe they're gonna celebrate after the game because they believe in you guys, no matter what. More Trending 'Because we can do it guys. So like I say, bleed for this shirt, the history. Think about the people, your family or whatever, there is no way other than to win. 'Don't be selfish. It's a qualification in the Champions League, so we can prepare for the future next year. 'So guys, you know, I will be far away. I'm counting on you.' More to follow… MORE: When Man Utd last beat Tottenham as Spurs boast impressive recent record MORE: Man Utd or Tottenham? Joe Cole makes Europa League final prediction MORE: 'Unhappy' Enzo Maresca says Real Betis have one big advantage over Chelsea ahead of Europa Conference League
Scottish Sun
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Patrice Evra's sister dies aged 56 after 20-year cancer battle with Man Utd legend to miss Europa League final
The former Red Devil issued a rallying cry to Ruben Amorim's troops moments after revealing his family's bereavement EVR'S PAIN Patrice Evra's sister dies aged 56 after 20-year cancer battle with Man Utd legend to miss Europa League final PATRICE EVRA will miss the Europa League final to attend his sister's funeral. Evra's beloved Manchester United will bid to secure Champions League qualification with victory over their Prem rivals Tottenham in Bilbao on Wednesday night. 4 Manchester Unuted legend Patrice Evra will miss the Europa League final Credit: REUTERS 4 The Frenchman will miss the match in Bilbao following the death of his sister, who had battled cancer for 20 years Credit: AP 4 Evra announced the passing of his late sister on Instagram Credit: INSTAGRAM@ Evra was set to be in attendance in Bilbao but will miss the match due to the death of his sister, who has lost her 20-year battle with cancer. The Frenchman said: "Hi guys. I was supposed to come to Bilbao tomorrow for the final in person to show you support, sharing my positive energy. "But unfortunately, I have to go to Paris for the funeral of my sister on the same day as the final. "She was 56, fighting against the cancer for 20 years." A heartbroken Evera then urged Ruben Amorim's troops to show the same strength his late sister showed to end their dismal season on a high. He continued: "Resilience, fighting. That's what I want from you guys tomorrow. Just fight, bleed for this shirt. "For the fans, for the staff, for the people in Manchester, for the fans all around the world, there is no excuse. This is your duty tomorrow. "I think your coach is someone I support, someone I believe in. Even if we win or we lose, give something guys. 4 Patrice Evra issued a rallying cry to Ruben Amorim's troops after revealing his bereavement Credit: INSTAGRAM@ "It's gonna be a tough game. Tottenham also has a lot to lose. "They are in the same position in the league like us. Patrice Evra gives update on MMA debut and reveals Luis Suarez's response to fight challenge "They didn't win a trophy, so this is a massive chance for them. But this is no excuse. We are Man United. "Do you know how many fans gonna travel around the world and believe they're gonna celebrate after the game because they believe in you guys, no matter what. "Because we can do it guys. So like I say, bleed for this shirt, the history. "Think about the people, your family or whatever, there is no way other than to win. "Don't be selfish. It's a qualification in the Champions League, so we can prepare for the future next year. "So guys, you know, I will be far away. I'm counting on you." Unfortunately, I have to go to Paris for the funeral of my sister on the same day as the final." Patrice Evra on Instagram Evra receives scores of condolences after announcing his bereavement. One of his followers wrote: "So sorry for your loss." Another said: "So sorry for your loss, Patrice. Sending you and yours lots of love and prayers!" And another said: "My deepest condolences." One remarked: "Sorry for your loss, legend." Another chimed in: "Sorry for your loss, unc Pat."
The Irish Sun
20-05-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Patrice Evra's sister dies aged 56 after 20-year cancer battle with Man Utd legend to miss Europa League final
PATRICE EVRA will miss the Europa League final to attend his sister's funeral. Evra's beloved Manchester United will bid to secure Champions League qualification with victory over their Prem rivals Tottenham in Bilbao on Wednesday night. 4 Manchester Unuted legend Patrice Evra will miss the Europa League final Credit: REUTERS 4 The Frenchman will miss the match in Bilbao following the death of his sister, who had battled cancer for 20 years Credit: AP 4 Evra announced the passing of his late sister on Instagram Credit: INSTAGRAM@ Evra was set to be in attendance in Bilbao but will miss the match due to the death of his sister, who has lost her 20-year battle with cancer. The Frenchman said: "Hi guys. I was supposed to come to Bilbao tomorrow for the final in person to show you support, sharing my positive energy. "But unfortunately, I have to go to Paris for the funeral of my sister on the same day as the final. "She was 56, fighting against the cancer for 20 years." A heartbroken Evera then urged Ruben Amorim's troops to show the same strength his late sister showed to end their dismal season on a high. He continued: "Resilience, fighting. That's what I want from you guys tomorrow. Just fight, bleed for this shirt. "For the fans, for the staff, for the people in Manchester, for the fans all around the world, there is no excuse. This is your duty tomorrow. "I think your coach is someone I support, someone I believe in. Even if we win or we lose, give something guys. Most read in Football 4 Patrice Evra issued a rallying cry to Ruben Amorim's troops after revealing his bereavement Credit: INSTAGRAM@ "It's gonna be a tough game. Tottenham also has a lot to lose. "They are in the same position in the league like us. Patrice Evra gives update on MMA debut and reveals Luis Suarez's response to fight challenge "They didn't win a trophy, so this is a massive chance for them. But this is no excuse. We are Man United. "Do you know how many fans gonna travel around the world and believe they're gonna celebrate after the game because they believe in you guys, no matter what. "Because we can do it guys. So like I say, bleed for this shirt, the history. "Think about the people, your family or whatever, there is no way other than to win. "Don't be selfish. It's a qualification in the Champions League, so we can prepare for the future next year. "So guys, you know, I will be far away. I'm counting on you." Unfortunately, I have to go to Paris for the funeral of my sister on the same day as the final." Patrice Evra on Instagram Evra receives scores of condolences after announcing his bereavement. One of his followers wrote: "So sorry for your loss." Another said: "So sorry for your loss, Patrice. Sending you and yours lots of love and prayers!" And another said: "My deepest condolences." Read more on the Irish Sun One remarked: "Sorry for your loss, legend." Another chimed in: "Sorry for your loss, unc Pat."
Daily Mirror
20-05-2025
- Sport
- Daily Mirror
Patrice Evra shares heartbreaking reason why he'll miss Europa League Final
Manchester United will take on Tottenham Hotspur in the 2025 Europa League final but Champions League winning defender Patrice Evra won't be in Bilbao to cheer on his former club Former Manchester United defender Patrice Evra won't be at Wednesday's Europa League final. Instead, the French international will be attending the future of his sister, who has died after a 20-year cancer battle. The left-back was part of United's victorious 2008 Champions League final side, and also featured in defeats to Barcelona at the same stage in 2009 and 2011. United have just one European trophy to their name since then, winning the Europa League in 2017, but have a chance to add to that if they can beat Spurs in Bilbao. Evra, in a video message, explained why he's missing the game. "I was supposed to come to Bilbao tomorrow for the final in person, to show you support, sharing my positive energy, but unfortunately I have to go to Paris for the funeral of my sister the same day as the final," he said. "She was 56, fighting against cancer for 20 years. Resilience, fighting, that's what I want from you guys tomorrow - just fight, bleed for this shirt, for the fans, for the staff, for the people in Manchester, for the fans all around the world. "There's no excuse - this is your duty tomorrow. I think your coach Amorim [is] someone I support, someone I believe in, even if we win or we lose. Give something, guys." He anticipated a tough game, with opponents Tottenham Hotspur having already beaten United three times this season. "Tottenham also have a lot to lose," he continuned. "They are in the same position in the league like us, they didn't win a trophy, so this is a massive chance for them. "But this is no excuse. We are Man United. Do you know many fans are going to travel around the world and believe they know they are going to celebrate after the game, because they believe in you guys no matter what. "Because we can do it. We can do it, guys. So, like I say, bleed for this shirt, the history. Think about the people, your family or whatever - there's no way other than to win. Don't be selfish - it's a qualification [for the] Champions League so we even prepare for the future for next year. So guys, you know, I will be far away, I'm counting on you. Come on United!" Evra's former club have been handed a boost in their preparations after three first-teamers returned to training. Joshua Zirkzee made a surprise return after previously being ruled out for the season, while Leny Yoro and Diogo Dalot are also attempting to prove their fitness ahead of the final. "While their availability for the final is still to be confirmed, the fact they were involved in the portion of training captured live on MUTV is surely an encouraging sign ahead of the expected announcement of Ruben Amorim's travelling group later today," the club said in an online update. "Zirkzee's Dutch compatriot and fellow recent absentee Matthijs de Ligt wasn't seen in our last session before we head to the Basque Country, but did an individual workout elsewhere on the grass. "Youngsters Toby Collyer and Ayden Heaven continued to build their fitness back up by training with the group, after returning to the matchday squad against Chelsea on Friday following some time out. Jonny Evans, who hasn't played since scoring in our League Cup defeat to Spurs in December, wasn't involved at Stamford Bridge but took part today too, as did Chido Obi despite his ineligibility for the final." Join our new MAN UTD WhatsApp community and receive your daily dose of Manchester United content from Mirror Football. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice.
India Today
20-05-2025
- Sport
- India Today
No excuses: Patrice Evra sends rallying call to Manchester United before Europa final
Patrice Evra sent a rallying message to Manchester United ahead of the Europa League final against Tottenham Hotspur on Wednesday, May 21. United will face Spurs in Bilbao on Wednesday with winner getting the Europa League and qualification into the Champions League next season. With the stakes high for both teams, Evra sent a heartwarming message to motivate the players ahead of the final. The former France defender said he will be unable to be at the final as he has to attend the funeral of his sister. However, Evra said that he wants the players to fight for the shirt in Bilbao and for the fans and support staff. advertisementEvra also said that he has belief in manager Ruben Amorim. "Hi guys. I was supposed to come to Bilbao tomorrow for the final in person to show you support, sharing my positive energy. But unfortunately, I have to go to Paris for the funeral of my sister on the same day as the final. You know, she was 56, uh, fighting against the cancer for 20 years. Resilience, fighting. That's what I want from you guys tomorrow. Just fight, bleed for this shirt." "For the fans, for the staff, for the people in Manchester, for the fans all around the world, there is no excuse. This is your duty tomorrow. I think your coach is someone I support, someone I believe in. Even if we win or we lose, give something guys," said Evra. I BELIEVE IN YOU GUYS @ManUtd #ilovethisgame #positive4evra #forevrared Patrice Evra (@Evra) May 20, 2025advertisement'No excuses for United'Evra pointed out that Tottenham have a lot to lose as they're eyeing a major title after a long time. The former defender said that United players wouldn't have any excuses and asked them not to selfish in the final. Evra ended his message by saying he is counting on the players to deliver in the final. "It's gonna be a tough game. Tottenham also has a lot to lose. They are in the same position in the league like us. They didn't win a trophy, so this is a massive chance for them. But this is no excuse. We are Man United. Do you know how many fans gonna travel around the world and believe they're gonna celebrate after the game because they believe in you guys, no matter what." "Because we can do it guys. So like I say, bleed for this shirt, the history. Think about the people, your family or whatever, there is no way other than to win. Don't be selfish. It's a qualification in the Champions League, so we can prepare for the future next year. So guys, you know, I will be far away. I'm counting on you," said Evra. Winning the Europa League will be a perfect end to a wretched season for United, where they're expected to finish either 16th or 17th in the Premier League.
