The Europa League is now the only way Manchester United can qualify for European competition for next season after Sunday afternoon's FA Cup defeat to Fulham.
Ruben Amorim's men are on course to endure their worst-ever season with them currently sat 14th in the Premier League standings. After exiting the world-famous FA Cup at Old Trafford this weekend, the Europa League is now the only feasible way that they can guarantee European football.
Real Sociedad are their first opponents in the knockout stages with the La Liga side looking to pile further misery on Amorim and United. The first leg takes place in Spain before the tie concludes at Old Trafford next week as we take a look at the TV info needed to watch the last-16 opener;
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What time does Real Sociedad vs Man United kick-off?
Real Sociedad vs United is scheduled to kick-off at 5.45pm at the Reale Arena on Thursday, March 6.
Is Real Sociedad vs Man United being shown live on TV?
Yes, like every Europa League match this season, the clash will be live on TNT Sports. The game in Spain is one of four Europa League fixtures taking place at 5.45pm with AZ Alkmaar vs Tottenham, FCSB vs Lyon and Fenerbahce vs Rangers all at the same time.
United's trip to Sociedad is the main game with TNT Sports 1 broadcasting it live. It means it will also be streamed on discovery+.
How else to follow Real Sociedad vs Man United?
The Manchester Evening News, like every game, will provide full match coverage via a dedicated matchday blog LIVE from Spain. Build-up, analysis, reaction and updates will be provided by our writers inside the ground.
