Tottenham Hotspur has won the 2024-25 Europa League title in one of the most underwhelming finals in European competition history. The team’s victory was met with a mix of emotions, from relief to elation, as they secured their first major trophy in 17 years.
Spurs dominated possession and shots, but it was not enough to guarantee a convincing win. Manchester United struggled to create scoring opportunities, despite having significant resources and talent. The game was marked by defensive solidity on both sides, with Spurs’ defense led by Micky van de Ven’s acrobatic goal-line clearance.
The final score was not particularly impressive, but the victory was sweet for Spurs fans, who had been waiting years for a major title. Ange Postecoglou, Spurs’ head coach, played it safe and stuck to his attacking principles, which paid off in the end. The win marked a significant achievement for the team, cementing Postecoglou’s reputation as a shrewd tactician.
While some might view the match as dull, it was ultimately an uplifting moment for Spurs fans, who got to see their team lift a trophy after 17 years of waiting. As for Manchester United, they were left with the bitter taste of defeat, another setback in their pursuit of dominance in English football.
Source: https://www.nytimes.com/athletic/6373760/2025/05/22/tottenham-manchester-united-europa-final-awful