Tottenham Win Europa League, End Trophy Drought

Tottenham Hotspur ended a 17-year trophy drought by defeating Manchester United 1-0 in the UEFA Europa League final, with Brennan Johnson scoring the decisive goal. The win secured Tottenham's first European trophy since 1984 and qualified them for next season’s Champions League. Despite finishing 17th in the Premier League and facing criticism of manager Ange Postecoglou, the team showed resilience by shifting away from their usual attacking style to maintain their lead. Players, including Micky van de Ven, cited external skepticism as motivation, emphasizing a renewed determination within the squad. The victory is seen as transformative for the club and marks a significant financial and psychological boost. Postecoglou characterized the triumph as a turning point for the young team after a turbulent season.