Tottenham Wins Europa League, Ends 17-Year Trophy Drought

Tottenham Hotspur ended a 17-year trophy drought by defeating Manchester United 1-0 in the 2024 UEFA Europa League final, securing their first European title since 1984. Tottenham's manager, Ange Postecoglou, who had promised he always wins silverware in his second season, fulfilled that promise, adapting his style effectively in the Premier League. Liverpool forward Mohamed Salah congratulated Tottenham with a pointed message referencing Postecoglou's claim, which was widely seen as a subtle jab at Manchester United, who were also beaten by Tottenham four times this season. Former Tottenham star Harry Kane, now with Bayern Munich, also congratulated his old club, acknowledging their success while reflecting on his own recent first major trophy win with Bayern. Tottenham's victory was celebrated broadly, with captain Son Heung-min playing a key leadership role in this triumphant season. The win marked a significant turnaround for Tottenham, reestablishing them as a trophy-winning club in European football.