Tottenham Hotspur secured a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the Europa League final, marking their first major trophy in 17 years. The match, held at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao, saw Brennan Johnson score the decisive goal in the 42nd minute. This win not only ended a long trophy drought but also secured Tottenham’s return to the UEFA Champions League next season.

The first half was closely contested, with both sides showing promise but struggling to create clear openings. Manchester United’s Bruno Fernandes managed the first shot on target, while Tottenham’s Pape Matar Sarr and Richarlison had attempts blocked. Just before halftime, Sarr's cross was flicked on by Johnson, who placed the ball past André Onana.

In the second half, Manchester United pushed for an equalizer, but Tottenham’s defense held firm. Key moments included a header by Hojlund cleared off the line by Micky van de Ven and crucial saves by goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario. Despite the pressure, Tottenham maintained their lead, securing a historic win.

This victory represents Tottenham’s first major European success in over six decades, sparking celebrations and restoring belief within the club. For Manchester United, the defeat means missing out on European competition next season, adding to the challenges faced by manager Ruben Amorim.

Post-match, Ruben Amorim acknowledged his team's defeat, stating that they tried everything but couldn't score. Despite feeling they were the better team, he admitted the need for improvement. Meanwhile, reports suggest that Manchester United’s board, including Sir Jim Ratcliffe, will likely stick with Amorim, despite calls for his dismissal.

The match wasn't without its controversies. Alejandro Garnacho, left out of the starting XI, shared a cryptic social media post before the game, and his brother criticized Amorim's decision. Additionally, UEFA faced embarrassment as they ran out of medals for Tottenham players, with Heung-min Son among those who initially missed out.

Despite these issues, Tottenham celebrated their long-awaited triumph, marking a significant moment for the club and manager Ange Postecoglou, who delivered on his promise of silverware. The victory offers a defining moment for Postecoglou, while Manchester United faces a period of regrouping after a disappointing season.