Firstsitenews-Bilbao, Spain –Tottenham Hotspur have finally broken their long-standing silverware curse, clinching the 2024/25 UEFA Europa League title with a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Manchester United in an all-English final held at San Mamés Stadium on Wednesday night.
The North London club had not lifted a major trophy since their League Cup triumph in 2008. But on a tense evening in Bilbao, Ange Postecoglou’s side delivered a result that will go down in Spurs’ history ending a 17-year wait and securing European glory on one of the continent's grandest stages.
The match itself was far from a classic. For long stretches, both teams struggled to find rhythm or create meaningful attacking chances, as the game was characterized by cautious buildup and defensive discipline. With little to separate the sides, the breakthrough came late in the first half and in rather fortunate fashion.
Tottenham took the lead in the 43rd minute after a speculative cross from Brennan Johnson deflected off Manchester United defender Harry Maguire and wrong-footed goalkeeper Andre Onana, trickling into the net for what would prove to be the decisive goal. Though initially credited as an own goal, Spurs celebrated as if they had scored a world beater such was the magnitude of the moment.
Manchester United attempted to mount a second-half comeback, with manager Ruben Amorim introducing attacking reinforcements including Amad Diallo and Alejandro Garnacho. However, Spurs held firm, with Cristian Romero marshalling the backline and goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario making a vital late save to deny Rasmus Hojlund.
The win not only delivers long-awaited joy for Spurs fans but also validates Postecoglou’s vision and bold tactics in European competition. Despite benching star captain Son Heung-min at the start of the match, the Australian tactician’s strategy paid off, with his team showing grit and maturity in one of the most important games in the club’s modern era.
Final Score: Tottenham Hotspur 1–0 Manchester United
Goal:
43’ – Harry Maguire (own goal)
Key Highlights:
Tottenham win their first major trophy since 2008.
A cagey, tense final dominated by defensive play.
Postecoglou delivers silverware in his debut European campaign with Spurs.
Manchester United miss out on their second Europa League title since 2017.
The Europa League triumph now guarantees Tottenham a place in next season’s UEFA Champions League, offering them a chance to compete among Europe’s elite once again.
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