Tottenham Wins Europa League Ending 17-Year Trophy Drought Amid Arsenal Silverware Drought

Tottenham Hotspur secured their first major trophy in 17 years by winning the Europa League final against Manchester United, ending a long silverware drought and earning a spot in next season's UEFA Champions League despite a poor league performance. Arsenal, managed by Mikel Arteta, finished second in the Premier League for the third consecutive season but failed to win any trophies, extending their wait to five years. The victory sparked mixed reactions across the football community, with some praising Tottenham's achievement as surpassing Arsenal's recent European success, while others criticized the low quality of the Europa League final. Arsenal fans and pundits acknowledged Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou's bold prediction and success in his second season, contrasting it with Arteta's ongoing trophy challenges. The contrast between Tottenham's European triumph and their league struggles highlights the complexity of evaluating a club's season. Overall, Tottenham's win has intensified the rivalry with Arsenal, with some commentators declaring a shift in north London football dominance based on recent achievements.