Tottenham end United’s European glory hunt, clinching EUROPA with 1-0 at San Mames Stadium

Tottenham secured a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the Europa League final on Wednesday, marking the club’s first European title in over four decades and earning a spot in next season’s Champions League.

This victory marks Tottenham’s first major trophy since they lifted the English League Cup in 2008 and their first European success since winning their second UEFA Cup (now known as the Europa League) in 1984.

Brennan Johnson was the man to watch after netting the decisive goal just before halftime, providing a much-needed boost for Spurs after a challenging season that sees the team finishing near the bottom of the Premier League table.

The win guarantees Tottenham a place in next season’s Champions League, a relief to manager Ange Postecoglou, who faced difficulties and countless criticisms on his team’s performance throughout the season.

The loss places additional pressure on United coach Ruben Amorim, whose squad currently sit 16th — just ahead of Tottenham in the Premier League, a position that will have the club miss out on any European competition next season.