Tottenham Hotspur secured a 1-0 victory against Manchester United in the Europa League final in Bilbao on Wednesday, ending a 17-year trophy drought. Brennan Johnson's first-half goal not only won them the trophy but also secured their place in next season's Champions League, sparking reactions across the football world.
The Europa League final saw Tottenham Hotspur defeat Manchester United, marking their first trophy win since 2008. Brennan Johnson, who scored the decisive goal, expressed his delight for the fans and manager Ange Postecoglou. “I’m so happy right now, honestly,” Johnson said. “This club hasn’t won a trophy for 17 years... we got the first one in a while today and I’m so happy.” Jamie Carragher, former Liverpool player, subtly mocked Manchester United's loss. Mo Salah's reaction to United's defeat also gained traction online, highlighting the significance of Tottenham's win and Manchester United's failure to secure European football next season. Postecoglou managed to deliver on his promise. As Johnson noted, “He said he wins in his second year and he has.” This victory is expected to boost team morale and potentially attract new talent during the upcoming transfer window.