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In the 2024-2025 season, when Harry Kane (Bayern Munich), who was an icon of 'no relation', achieved his dream of becoming the top, Tottenham also shook off the regret of winning.
Tottenham lifted the trophy for the first time in 17 years. Tottenham won 1-0 in the Europa League final against English Premier League (EPL) rival Manchester United at San Mames Stadium in Bilbao, Spain on the 22nd (Korea time).
Brennan Johnson's goal in the 42nd minute of the first half was the only goal. Johnson, who was rushing to the gate with a cross from Pape Sarr's left, touched the ball with his right foot. The ball inside hit the body of Manchester United defender Luke Shaw, who was following, and passed through the goal. It could have been recorded as Shaw's own goal, but UEFA officially recorded it as Johnson's goal.
Son Heung-min was excluded from the starting lineup. Hishalisson took the place of the left wing forward. Son Heung-min was substituted in the 22nd minute of the second half and played about 30 minutes, including 7 minutes of extra time.
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United went on a wave of attacks for the equalizer. Tottenham did everything in their power to save one goal. Son Heung-min also prioritized defense over offense. In the 23rd minute of the second half, a dizzying scene was produced in which Mickey van der Penn managed to clear Manchester United's Rasmus Hoyleun's header just before crossing the goal line. United couldn't shake the net in the end.
Tottenham lifted the trophy for the first time in 17 years since reaching the top of the League Cup in the 2007-2008 season. In the case of the European competition, it was the first time in 41 years since winning the UEFA Cup, the predecessor of the Europa League in the 1983-1984 season.
Son Heung-min received his first victory toast in 15 seasons since his debut in the European first team. Tottenham's winning drought was finally cut off with the 'captain' of the team. He nestled in Tottenham in August 2015. Ten years have passed. He was frustrated in the European Champions League (UCL) final in the 2018-2019 season and the League Cup final in the 2020-2021 season. Tears of the past were painted with smiles this season.
Kane also congratulated him. He posted a picture of him watching and cheering for the final between Tottenham and Manchester United on his SNS. After the victory was confirmed, Tottenham left a message on the winning poster released by the team 'Congratulations'.
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Kane left Tottenham for Germany's prestigious Bayern in August 2023 to win the championship. There was no need for time to adapt. He has scored 44 goals in all tournaments, including 36 in the Bundesliga in his first season.
However, he failed to win again. It was an extraordinary event. Bayern failed to win the Bundesliga for 12 consecutive seasons, and failed to advance to the final in the UCL. In the German Football Association (DFB) Pokal, the FA Cup, he was caught up by a third-division team in the first game and suffered a setback early. It was again 'no relation'.
Kane finally shook off the 'Curse of nothing' in his second year at Bayern. Bayern returned to the Bundesliga throne for the first time in two years. Kane, who finished the season early, is currently on vacation.
Kane said to Tottenham after his first victory ceremony on the 11th, `Obviously they've had a tough season, and that can't be hidden. However, reaching the Europa League final is a great achievement. "I will also wait and see if Tottenham win. I think this could be a good month for many Tottenham fans. A lot of fans have contacted me and were happy to see me win. I think we will all be happy to see Tottenham win" he said.
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Asked if he had spoken to Kane ahead of the final against Manchester United, Son Heung-min said, "Of course everyone knows Kane is 'Vep', and it was a great honor to play with him. After Kane won his first championship, we talked about the trophy. "But Kane won't want to text me because he's already on vacation. You don't have to text me, do you?"
And "I just focus on the players and myself, and Kane will be Tottenham's biggest fan tomorrow. I'm sure you'll support us even during your vacation," he stressed. In other words, Kane responded with support.
Son and Kane finally achieved their first championship milestone in their professional careers in May 2025. However, Kane was a domestic league, but Son Heung-min completed the first winning drama on the international stage.
Reporter Kim Sung-won newsme@sportschosun.com
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
