Tottenham Edge Manchester United to Win Europa League

Tottenham Hotspur have claimed the 2025 UEFA Europa League title, defeating Manchester United 1–0 on Wednesday night in Bilbao. Both Premier League giants entered the final desperately seeking redemption after a disappointing domestic season. Beyond silverware, victory also guaranteed a coveted spot in next season’s Champions League. Johnson Breaks the Deadlock The only goal of the night came in the first half, when Brennan Johnson capitalised on a defensive scramble in the box to poke the ball past United goalkeeper Andre Onana. Spurs maintained their slender lead despite a spirited second-half push from Ruben Amorim’s United side. United Come Close, but Spurs Hold Firm Bruno Fernandes came closest to finding an equaliser for United, delivering a floated free-kick that met Leny Yoro’s outstretched foot, only for Guglielmo Vicario to pull off a brilliant save. Moments later, the Spurs keeper was beaten, but Micky van de Ven came to the rescue, acrobatically clearing Rasmus Højlund’s goal-bound header off the line. Despite the late pressure, Tottenham held on to secure the win and with it, their first European trophy in 40 years. End of a Trophy Drought The win marks Spurs’ first piece of silverware in 17 years and 86 days, ending a lengthy drought and delivering a historic night for the North London club.