Europa League Final: Tottenham end 17-year title drought with epic win over Man United




Tottenham Hotspur have claimed their first major trophy in 17 years, defeating Manchester United 1-0 in a hard-fought UEFA Europa League final at San Mamés Stadium in Bilbao.A 42nd-minute strike from Brennan Johnson proved decisive, as the North London club lifted their first piece of silverware since winning the EFL Cup in 2008. The victory also secures Tottenham’s return to the UEFA Champions League next season.In a closely contested first half, both sides showed moments of promise but struggled to find clear openings in a cagey affair. Recommended For YouEntertainment2025-05-21T12:15:12+00:006 Ghanaian celebrities who have been sued for defamationFrom slanderous jabs to multi-million cedi lawsuits — Ghana’s entertainment industry is seeing more stars face off in court over bruised reputations and loose tongues. From Shatta Wale to Martha Ankomah, no one’s reputation is safe when the cameras stop rolling.Lifestyle2025-05-21T10:41:48+00:0011 subtle signs you’re better in bed than you thinkConfidence in the bedroom is more than just physical performance.Sports2025-05-21T21:09:48+00:00Europa League Final: Tottenham end 17-year title drought with epic win over Man UnitedManchester United’s Bruno Fernandes produced the first shot on target with a tight-angle effort, while early attempts from Tottenham’s Pape Matar Sarr and Richarlison were well blocked.United’s Amad Diallo looked lively, but Spurs maintained their composure under pressure.The breakthrough came just before half-time when Sarr’s cross was smartly flicked on by Johnson, who calmly placed the ball past André Onana from close range.Despite Manchester United’s push for an equalizer in the second half, Tottenham held firm with a disciplined defensive display to secure a long-awaited European triumph.This Europa League title not only ends a 17-year wait for silverware but also marks Tottenham’s first major European success in over six decades, rekindling dreams of glory and restoring belief at the club.