Match Report: Tottenham Hotspur 1–0 Manchester United (Europa League Final – 21 May 2025, San Mamés, Bilbao)
Tottenham Hotspur ended their 17-year wait for major silverware with a 1–0 victory over Manchester United in the Europa League final at San Mamés.
Brennan Johnson scored the only goal of the match shortly before half-time, turning in Pape Matar Sarr’s low cross after a deflection off Luke Shaw wrong-footed United keeper Altay Bayındır.
United had the better of the second half and created several good chances. Rasmus Højlund came closest with a header cleared off the line by Micky van de Ven, while Guglielmo Vicario made crucial saves in the closing stages to preserve the lead.
Cristian Romero stood out for Spurs, leading a composed and organised back line that restricted United’s attacking threats. Ange Postecoglou’s side were disciplined in their approach after going ahead and managed the game effectively to secure the club’s first European trophy since 1984.
For United, the result brought a disappointing end to an inconsistent season. Defeat means they finish the campaign without silverware and will not play in Europe next term. Rúben Amorim’s side controlled possession for long periods but lacked a clinical edge in the final third.
Spurs, by contrast, finish a difficult domestic season with silverware and a place in next season’s Champions League, thanks to UEFA’s competition rules. The win offers vindication for Postecoglou and relief for a fanbase that has waited nearly two decades for a major honour.
Final Score: Tottenham Hotspur 1–0 Manchester United
Goal:
42′ – Brennan Johnson (Tottenham Hotspur)
Referee: Felix Zwayer (Germany)
Attendance: 49,224
Venue: San Mamés Stadium, Bilbao
