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Yahoo
26-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Hoddle of Coffee: Tottenham Hotspur News and Links for Tuesday, May 20
Photo by David Lidstrom - UEFA/UEFA via Getty Images The Hoddle Headquarters' hype train is rolling on — Our boys have landed in Bilbao! Your hoddler-in-chief's hype has not died down one bit since yesterday's hoddle. In fact, it has only increased. As of this post we are 36.5 hours away from kick-off, which means it is time for final preparations. Final training, final sleeps, final stretches and the final chance to get your things in order to watch the Europa League final. Advertisement So what's your hype level entering today? Do share in the comments below. Fitzie's track of the day: Jet, by Paul McCartney & Wings And now for your links: Alasdair Gold: 'Micky van de Ven explains why he ignored warnings about joining Tottenham and why Postecoglou is right' The Athletic ($$): 'Yves Bissouma and Rodrigo Bentancur: An unlikely partnership with two unlikely redemption arcs?' The Guardian: ''We deserve a trophy': Van de Ven claims Spurs are determined to end drought' Dan KP: 'Pedro Porro warns Spurs of 'magnificent' Ruben Amorim ahead of Europa League final' Independent: 'How 'scandalous' Europa League final left Tottenham and Manchester United fans scrambling' Advertisement More from
Straits Times
25-05-2025
- Sport
- Straits Times
Brighton spoil Spurs' party with 4-1 win
Soccer Football - Premier League - Tottenham Hotspur v Brighton & Hove Albion - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, Britain - May 25, 2025 Tottenham Hotspur's Richarlison in action with Brighton & Hove Albion's Joel Veltman Action Images via Reuters/Matthew Childs REUTERS Soccer Football - Premier League - Tottenham Hotspur v Brighton & Hove Albion - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, Britain - May 25, 2025 Tottenham Hotspur's Yves Bissouma fouls Brighton & Hove Albion's Diego Gomez and gives away a penalty REUTERS/Tony O Brien Soccer Football - Premier League - Tottenham Hotspur v Brighton & Hove Albion - Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, London, Britain - May 25, 2025 Tottenham Hotspur's Dominic Solanke scores their first goal from the penalty spot REUTERS/Tony O Brien LONDON - Brighton & Hove Albion left Tottenham Hotspur with a hangover after thrashing the Europa League winners 4-1 away on Sunday to finish eighth in the Premier League standings. Spurs were in celebratory mood following their European triumph against Manchester United in midweek and took the lead through a Dominic Solanke penalty after 17 minutes following a clumsy foul on Mathys Tel by Mats Wieffer. However, Brighton equalised six minutes after the break through Jack Hinshelwood, before he grabbed their second with a clever back-heel in the 64th. Matt O'Riley then scored from the spot after Diego Gomez was fouled by Yves Bissouma before Diego Gomez netted a stunner in added time for the visitors. Tottenham ended the campaign in 17th place, their lowest league finish in 21 years, with 38 points being the club's lowest ever Premier League tally. However, the home fans were more focused on celebrating their European success. REUTERS Join ST's Telegram channel and get the latest breaking news delivered to you.
Daily Mail
22-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
James Maddison kisses girlfriend Kennedy Alexa as Tottenham stars feel the love on the pitch after ending trophy drought with Europa League triumph
James Maddison was seen kissing his girlfriend Kennedy Alexa on the pitch as Tottenham stars felt the love from family and friends after winning the Europa League final. Tottenham earned a nail-biting 1-0 win over Man United in Bilbao to end their 17-year wait for major silverware, with Brennan Johnson's first half goal proving the difference. The triumph also saw Ange Postecoglou 's side secure qualification to next season's Champions League. After lifting the trophy at the San Mames stadium, Tottenham players were joined on the pitch by their family and friends to soak in the celebrations. Maddison, who was unable to feature in the final due to injury, shared kiss with Kennedy on the pitch. The Tottenham and England star has been together with Kennedy since 2020, with the couple having three children together - Leo Cruz in 2021, and twins Rome and Delilah. Tottenham midfielder Yves Bissouma was seen on the pitch with his girlfriend Aline, who he has been with since 2019, and daughter. The couple posed for a joint picture with the Europa League trophy, with Aline sharing the image on social media amid the celebrations. Bissouma, who had been one of Tottenham's star men on the night, also brought family members onto the pitch to share in the moment. Long-serving stars Son Heung-min and Ben Davies were among the stars to embrace ending the club's trophy drought with family. Club captain Son, fresh from lifting the trophy, went over to his greet his parents in the stands. Son, 32, shared a hug with his father Son Woong-jung and his mother Eun Ja Kil having led the club to success. The South Korean star was also seen with the family on team-mate Davies, with the pair having forged a close friendship during over a decade at the club. Davies, who has been at Tottenham since 2014, shared a hug with his wife Emily on the pitch. Full back Djed Spence, who came on in the closing stages of the final, was joined by family members including his sister in the post-match celebrations. Fellow defender Cristian Romero, who was named man of the match in the the final, was seen walking around the playing surface with his two children. The Argentine, who was involved in a confrontation with Man United star Harry Maguire after the final whistle, could be seen carrying his son on his shoulders. Romero had produced a fine defensive performance on the night, with the star adding to his World Cup and two Copa America triumphs with Argentina by landing a first club trophy. Arguably the most emotional scenes involved Postecoglou, with the Tottenham boss embraced by his wife Georgia and two of his sons. Georgia and sons James, Max and Alexi have a low public profile, but Postecoglou opened up on the toll his role takes on them, after he had been heavily criticised during a dismal domestic season. The Argentine had been awarded the man of the match award in the Europa League final Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou was embraced by his wife Georgia on the pitch post-match 'It's hard because I'm big enough and ugly enough to take whatever comes my way, but they get hurt when people come at me and they pay the price, particularly those closest to me, my beautiful family and my friends,' he said. 'The want to defend me and I keep telling them, it's a small price to pay when you have nights like this. 'Just seeing them tonight, and I know everyone in Australia... it's another special night we share together. 'Because I'm kind of the front man, it's easy for me to take on the responsibility, but they've got no choice but to come along for the ride.
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Albion heading for a Europa party as Bissouma helps Spurs to glory
Albion will be guests at a Europa League party when they visit Tottenham Hotspur on Sunday. The Seagulls head to north London to complete their Premier League season needing a point to secure eighth place. That would be the second best league placing in their history and could yet mean a Conference League place. My best season yet, says Ayari - as he adds goals to his game Former Albion midfielder Yves Bissouma played the full 90 minutes as Spurs beat Manchester United 1-0 in Bilbao. They did so having 27% possession, 115 accurate passes and three shots. But Bissouma was part of a rare clean sheet for Tottenham. Boscagli ready to get in gear with Brighton after winning Dutch title Why this was the right time to give teen Howell his debut They edged this tense all-English final, with Brennan Johnson's goal, thanks in no small part to a touch from Luke Shaw, Micky van de Ven goal-line clearance and Guglielmo Vicario's stoppage-time save seeing them win a first trophy since the Carling Cup in 2008. Beaming boss Ange Postecoglou silenced the critics – temporarily at least – as he stuck to his word by winning a trophy in his second season, while United will now spend a first campaign without European football since 2014-15. Ruben Amorim's already tough rebuild becomes that much harder without Champions League qualification after the Red Devils lost a first Europa League match of the campaign at the worst possible time. It compounds their worst top-flight season since suffering relegation 51 years ago.
The Guardian
21-05-2025
- Sport
- The Guardian
Tottenham 1-0 Manchester United: Europa League final player ratings
4-2-3-1 Guglielmo Vicario Caused panic at frequent intervals by coming out but produced an incredible save in the last minute. 7 Pedro Porro A danger when crossing in open play and from set pieces to make United's defence question themselves. 7 Cristian Romero - Comfortable with all duties while winding up United and was quick to spot danger. 8 MOTM Micky van de Ven Unflustered and performed one of the greatest goal-line clearances of all time to prevent an equaliser. 7 Destiny Udogie Had the most difficult task of any Spurs player up against Diallo and stuck to it successfully. 7 Yves Bissouma Provided energy in the first half and was willing to graft when backs were against the wall. 8 Rodrigo Bentancur A calming influence in the middle of the park who worked tirelessly and help control midfield. 8 Pape Sarr A fantastic cross to create uncertainty inside the area as Spurs earned the lead and was disciplined defensively. 7 Brennan Johnson Rarely saw the ball on the right but stayed alert to make a superb run inside the box for the opener. 7 Dominic Solanke Never put off when things did not go his way, doing his best to be a battering ram. 7 Richarlison Given the nod over Son and rewarded the decision by working extremely hard for the team. 7 Subs: Son (Richarlison 67) 7; Danso (Johnson 78) 7; Gray (Sarr 90) n/a; Spence (Udogie 90) n/aNot used: Austin, Whiteman, Davies, Ajayi, Moore, Odobert, Tel, Scarlett 3-4-2-1 André Onana Never inspired confidence, making his defenders nervous from the off as he could not deal with crosses. 6 Leny Yoro Made a poor decision to almost gift a goal but looked more mature than his years. 7 Harry Maguire Felt like he was permanently glued to Solanke and coped with the physicality of the occasion. 7 Luke Shaw Relieved to not be credited with an own goal but will be irritated with his part in it. 6 Noussair Mazraoui A willing runner, eager to get in the final third while being robust in his defensive duties. 6 Casemiro Picked because of his experience of the big occasion but could not provide the requisite intensity. 6 Bruno Fernandes Composure allowed his side to dominate possession but was unable to influence proceedings as required. 6 Patrick Dorgu Lively going forward to push Spurs back but fell asleep and failed to track Johnson's run. 6 Amad Diallo While everyone else looked tense, the winger never gave the impression of feeling pressure, playing with freedom and United's best on the night. 7 Mason Mount Struggled to get into the game; his style did not suit the scrappy nature of the final. 5 Rasmus Højlund Battled as the lone striker but failed to create any concern for the opposing centre-backs. 5 Subs: Garnacho (Mount 71) 7; Zirkzee (Højlund 71) 6; Dalot (Mazraoui 85) 6; Mainoo (Dorgu 90) n/aNot used: Bayindir, Amass, Evans, Heaven, Lindelöf, Collyer, Eriksen, Ugarte
