Twitter war of words emerges between Ajax and Man United ahead of final

Ajax and Manchester United face off in the final of the UEFA Europa League in what looks to be the start of an incredible week of football.

Manchester United have been dubbed favourites to lift the cup, going by the depth and experience of their squad. Ajax, however, with a squad averaging the age of 22, cannot be underestimated after an impressive run to the final, beating Olympic Lyon in the semi-final. Man United clinched the final spot after drawing 1-1 at home to Celta Vigo, winning the tie 2-1.

The two clubs who have a rich history in terms of trophies, also with Zlatan Ibrahimovic having had successful seasons with both teams.

However, both teams could not wait until Kickoff and started a war of words on Twitter, with Ajax initiating the whole thing.

Ajax tweeted:

 Hi @ManUtd, we've heard something's missing in your Trophy Cabinet! And we would like to keep it that way!  #UELfinal #ajaman

Manchester United, in reply to Ajax’s tweet:

@AFCAjax Our cabinet is already pretty full, but don’t worry – we can always make more room

Ajax went on to reply:

We'll find out on Wednesday - see you in Stockholm!

#WeAreBack #UELfinal #ajaman

The match set to begin at 9:45 pm local time tonight, had been rejuvenated by these tweets and fans look forward to a very exciting final.