'Bleed'- Red Devils legend rallies Manchester United stars to secure Europa League title

Patrice Evra, 44, has been a consistent voice for Manchester United and has often shared his genuine views of the team’s performance after leaving the club in 2014. However, the Frenchman shared he won’t watch the Europa League final, due to personal circumstances, the death of his sister at just 56 after a long battle with cancer. In an impactful Instagram video posted prior to the game, Evra started out with his usual amount of “positive energy” but proceeded to speak sincerely and authentically.

The United legend won’t be able to be present in the Europa League final

Some moments in life transcend football, and this is undoubtedly one of them. As Sir Alex Ferguson once said, family comes before the game. Evra’s strength in the face of loss mirrors the warrior spirit in his family, a club legend on the pitch, and a devoted brother off it. His sister fought a courageous 20-year battle with cancer, and in her honour, he’s called on the players to show the same fight.

“No excuses,”

“Bleed for the shirt — for the fans, the staff, and the people of Manchester.”

He described winning the Europa League not just as a goal, but a duty, a responsibility to uphold the legacy of the badge and reward the fans who follow the club across Europe. Though personal grief will keep him from attending the final, Evra remains undeterred. He’s already looking ahead, hinting at a return to sport, this time, stepping into the world of combat sports.

The response to his heartfelt message has been powerful. Fans have sent their condolences, but also drawn strength from his words. Even in heartbreak, Patrice Evra continues to show what it means to be a Red Devil. True to the core — this is what it means to bleed red.