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Spurs snatch narrow win over Man Utd in dismal Europa League final

Tottenham Hotspur salvaged their season and delivered vindication for Ange Postecoglou as they defeated Manchester United 1-0 in a dismal Europa League final in Bilbao to claim a first trophy in 17 years.

United and Spurs showed exactly why they lie 16th and 17th in the Premier League table as they produced a low-quality affair and the only goal of the game reflected that perfectly. Just before the break, a combination of Brennan Johnson and Luke Shaw contrived to bundle the ball into the corner of the net.

Spurs required a spectacular goal-line clearance from defender Micky van de Ven as they defended doggedly in the second half, with the result delighting boss Postecoglou who said he always believed Tottenham would live up to his claim of “always winning a trophy in his second season”.

United, meanwhile, face a difficult rebuild with no Champions League football to finances their summer transfer plans. Ruben Amorim admitted afterwards that he would not ask for compensation if United decide to go in a different direction, but he vowed not to quit despite United’s worst season in 50 years.

Will Tottenham Hotspur have a trophy parade after winning Europa League?

Tottenham Hotspur secured one of the greatest nights in their history with Europa League glory after a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in Bilbao.

Spurs triumphed in the San Mames thanks to a scruffy goal from Brennan Johnson, sparking scenes of jubilation and confirming a trophy in Ange Postecoglou’s second season, just as he had vowed months earlier.

Tottenham’s testing Premier League campaign, which has seen them lose 20 times, concludes on Sunday against Brighton, with the Seagulls still pushing for the points and a shot at European football.

Despite Spurs sitting in 17th, they can look forward to Champions League football next season.

Jamie Braidwood22 May 2025 09:05

Luke Shaw questions Man United squad after Europa League final defeat: ‘Are we good enough?’

Luke Shaw says the whole squad need to consider whether they are good enough to play for Manchester United as the long-serving defender apologised to fans for a miserable end to their wretched season.

Asked to sum things up after the worst possible end to a horrible season, the England international said: “I think how you just said it.

“It’s hard to put into words the season, but I think for a club like Manchester United, it’s not really good enough.

“I think definitely me and I think all of us have to question ourselves tonight. Are we good enough to be here? Because this club, this season, it’s not acceptable.

“We know that and it’s down to us. So, like I said, I think it’s really tough to take.

“It’s hard to say anything else really apart from what I’ve just said. I think we have to look at ourselves. Something has to change.”

Jamie Braidwood22 May 2025 08:46