La Liga’s two Europa League places are still up for grabs, as our final opponents are level on points with Real Betis in sixth place and a point behind Real Sociedad in fifth.
In their final league match on Saturday, Villarreal face title-chasing Real Madrid, who need to win and hope Atletico Madrid drop points at relegation candidates Real Valladolid if they are to claim consecutive league titles.
Of course, the Yellow Submarine will be wanting to finish as high as possible, but whether they secure Europa League qualification or not, the holy grail of Champions League football will still be up for grabs in Gdansk.
Villarreal, who are in their first European final, have competed in the continent’s premier tournament on three occasions – 2005/06, 2008/09 and 2011/12. In the first two editions, they faced United in the group stages, with all four games between the sides ending in goalless draws.
