Tottenham Hotspur 1-0 Manchester United: UEFA Europa League final result as Spurs end 17-year trophy drought after Brennan Johnson winner
Europa League / Final
San Mamés / 21.05.2025
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Updated 21/05/2025 at 23:29 GMT+1
14:35
BISSOUMA PRAISES LEADERSHIP OF ‘UNCLE ANGE’
Yves Bissouma has endured a tricky campaign, dropped from the squad at the start of the season due to off-field issues and then publicly criticised by his coach for a lack of focus in games back in March.
But at his best Bissouma is a major asset, and Spurs will likely need him to put in a big display this evening in a midfield that lacks the options of James Maddison, Dejan Kulusevski and Lucas Bergvall due to injury.
Despite what you may think, Bissouma says his relationship with his manager remains extremely strong, saying that the players see Ange as family.
"It's never changed. We have a good relationship.
"He's like a dad or uncle for us. He's always trying to make us understand what he really wants. For us, he's Ange, he's him. He's got his idea. He's trying to help us every time. He's always protecting us."
14:20
WATCH THE TENSE MOMENT IN ANGE’S PRESS CONFERENCE
There was an awkward moment during the Spurs press conference yesterday when Ange Postecoglou responded to a question from a member of the regular Tottenham press pack by calling out an article in which the journalist described the Spurs coach as a ‘clown’.
Taking the opportunity to hit back, Postecoglou stressed that regardless of the outcome of this game he will remain a coach with an excellent record in the game who deserves at least a modicum of respect.
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‘I’m not a clown’ – Postecoglou calls out journalist by name in fiery response
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14:10
VOTE: WHO WILL WIN THE UEFA EUROPA LEAGUE FINAL?
The game is rapidly approaching. Who do you think will come out on top tonight in Bilbao?
14:00
AN UNBEATEN RECORD ALL SEASON
Only one club has gone unbeaten across European competitions this season, and they will line up in Bilbao this evening.
Can Manchester United make it a full Europa League campaign without tasting defeat?
13:50
HOJLUND EXCLUSIVE: MANCHESTER UNITED CAN BE 'WRITTEN INTO HISTORY'
TNT Sports pundit and former Manchester United midfielder Owen Hargreaves spoke to young United striker Rasmus Hojlund last week.
Hojlund is a developing talent with a lot of pressure on his shoulders to lead the line for such a big club, but the youngster says that pressure comes with the territory and that he is relishing the opportunity to win a major title and write his name into history.
"There's a lot of opinions and pressure at this football club, but then again you're going to be written into history if you do win. That's why I'm here - I want to be part of this great club's history and want to be remembered."
13:40
MOUNT REACTS TO HIS SUPERB SEMI-FINAL GOALS
Owen Hargreaves sat down with Manchester United midfielder Mason Mount to watch back his brilliant brace in the semi-final second leg against Athletic Club.
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'Look at the scenes!' - Mount watches back memorable semi-final strike
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13:25
HARRY MAGUIRE = WING WIZARD
Harry Maguire has produced some scintillating moments in attack for Manchester United this season, given license at times to play in more advanced roles when matches call for it.
The central defender joked in yesterday’s press conference that he’s been practicing his wing trickery in training.
13:15
HARRY MAGUIRE: UNITED FANS DESERVE THIS
Speaking yesterday, Manchester United stars Bruno Fernandes and Harry Maguire heaped praise on the club’s supporters for their continued support during a tricky campaign.
"It's incredible. I said it in my last interview that we're surprised how much they've stuck with us because they've just been incredible.
"The Europa League has obviously been a shining light to the season and given them these memorable nights, from Lyon and Bilbao to hopefully one more tomorrow night.
"They deserve one more tomorrow night. It's a final, we know it's going to be a tough game, we know it's against Spurs, and they're a tough team when they perform well. It's one that we're looking forward to."
Read the exclusive quotes from Maguire here:
13:00
WHAT FOOTBALL IS ON TNT SPORTS?
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12:50
PRIDE FOR ANGE AS HE MAKES MANAGERIAL HISTORY
Tonight will see Ange Postecoglou become the first Greek and first Australia manager to take charge of a European club final.
And, speaking to the world’s media, the Spurs boss opened up about the influence of his family on his career, and just what it means to him to be on this stage.
"I love being Greek and I love that I grew up in a country in Australia where, even though football wasn’t a big sport, you had the attitude that when it comes to sport you’ll take on anyone, doesn’t matter how big or small they are. I’m proud of my roots in both."
12:40
TOTTENHAM’S RECORD IN EUROPEAN FINALS
It is six years since Spurs reached their first Champions League/European Cup final following a dramatic campaign to set up a meeting with Liverpool in the final in Madrid. That game ended a long wait for a European final for a club who had spearheaded English success on the continent.
Spurs were the first English club to ever win a European trophy when they lifted the Cup Winners’ Cup back in 1963, and were the first-ever winners of this trophy (the UEFA Cup/Europa League) in its inaugural season back in 1972.
There are only four English clubs with more European trophies to their name than Spurs (Liverpool Chelsea, Manchester United and Manchester City), but how have Tottenham fared in European finals? Check out their record here:
12:25
CHANGING THE NARRATIVE
Spurs centre-back Micky Van de Ven knew all about the reputation of the club’s trophy-less run when he moved to north London.
The Dutchman says that tonight represents a huge opportunity for this crop of plans to change the club’s reputation and future.
12:10
VICARIO EXCLUSIVE: SPURS WILL ‘DO EVERYTHING’ TO WIN
TNT Sports sat down with Spurs goalkeeper Guglielmo Vicario at the media day to discuss the enormity of this Europa League final, why the players want to win it for both the supporters and for Son Heung-Min, and why he decided to strip down to his pants to celebrate the semi-final victory in Norway.
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Vicario on Europa League final motivation – ‘We want to make it happen for Sonny’
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Europa League
Exclusive - Vicario desperate to win Europa League for 'amazing' Son
19/05/2025 at 13:24
"It’s a big thing for us, we know that, we’re very conscious of that.
"We know at the end just one between us and Man Utd will win this trophy, so we will do everything to deliver that for us players, for our staff and especially for the fans because we know how much it will mean for them."
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Vicario: ‘We cannot accept’ Spurs form this season but ‘we’ve always believed in’ Postecoglou
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12:00
THE CLOCK IS TICKING
Kick-off in Bilbao is exactly eight hours away!
And the coverage on TNT Sports and discovery+ starts even sooner, with the broadcast starting at 6pm BST. Make sure to tune in for all the best features from the punditry team.
11:50
MAN UTD BOSS TALKS TO TNT SPORTS
Ruben Amorim has been speaking to TNT Sports, and he says that being in this final is not enough, but winning it would write him and the players into the history of Manchester United.
Watch the Europa League final live on TNT Sports and discovery+.
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Amorim: Why Europa League final is 'so important' for Man Utd
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11:40
LEGENDS CROSS PATHS IN BILBAO
Rio Ferdinand is in Bilbao for TNT Sports today, and he bumped into a sporting legend in the Spanish city.
There’s little doubt which team those two guys will be supporting tonight!
11:25
MAN UTD’S RECORD IN EUROPEAN FINALS
United’s domestic trophy cabinet is bursting at the seams, with 49 major domestic titles to their name (excluding Charity and Community Shields).
And in European football there’s some impressive pedigree too, with United winning the European Cup three times in their history (in 1968, 1999 and 2008), as well as bagging one Cup Winners’ Cup title back in 1991.
The second-biggest European trophy, in its guises as the UEFA Cup and Europa League, evaded United’s grasp until 2017 when they triumphed over a young Ajax side that was packed full of talent.
It’s not all been smooth sailing for Man Utd in European finals though:
11:10
PAUL SCHOLES’ VIEW: ‘AMAD AND GARNACHO MUST START’
Former England and Manchester United midfielder Paul Scholes will be providing exclusive insight and analysis for TNT Sports for the remainder of the 2024/25 campaign.
In this week's column he breaks down Manchester United's selection dilemmas ahead of the UEFA Europa League final.
11:00
A HUGE NAME JOINS THE TNT SPORTS TEAM
The TNT Sports punditry team have drafted in one of the best players in Spurs history to boost the coverage to even greater heights this evening.
Tune in from 6pm BST to watch Gareth Bale and the team as they preview all of the big issues ahead of kick-off.
10:50
VOTE: WHICH TEAM NEEDS TO WIN THE EUROPA LEAGUE FINAL MORE?
There has been plenty of discussion about the strength of the Premier League this season, but even so, it is remarkable that the second biggest trophy in European competition will be won be either the side sitting 16th or 17th in the English top-flight.
Given their respective troubles, victory in this game could be transformative for each club. But who needs the win more? Have your say:
10:40
THE SPURS FANS LOVE SON
Tottenham fans have been treated to some phenomenal moments by Son Heung-Min over the years, and they have sent messages of encouragement to the club captain.