Both teams have struggled in the Premier League this season, leading to speculation about their managers' futures. Amorim's comments suggest that the result in Bilbao could be crucial in deciding their destinies.

In an interview after their semifinal win against Athletic Bilbao, Amorim said, "Every game has its own history. We've lost our last three games, but now we can win the next one. If we look at the odds, we're closer to winning than to losing. Both teams will play with everything on the line, as it's a similar situation for both coaches."

Amorim acknowledged that Postecoglou has a different situation, with one more year left on his contract. However, he emphasized that both teams are struggling in their current context. Amorim expressed his uncertainty about the outcome, saying, "I don't know what's going to happen, and that's a good thing. That's a bad thing about this team – I just never know."

Amorim also highlighted the potential strengths of his team, mentioning players like Alejandro Garnacho, Mason Mount, and Kobbie Mainoo. He believes that these players can contribute to their success in the final, which will be different from their Premier League games.