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Tottenham Advance to Europa League Semi-Finals with Solanke Penalty

Spurs secure a 1-0 victory in Frankfurt, progressing 2-1 on aggregate as Ange Postecoglou's future remains in focus.

Soccer Football - Europa League - Quarter Final - Second Leg - Manchester United v Olympique Lyonnais - Old Trafford, Manchester, Britain - April 17, 2025 Manchester United's Harry Maguire celebrates after the match REUTERS/Phil Noble
Soccer Football - Europa League - Quarter Final - Second Leg - Eintracht Frankfurt v Tottenham Hotspur - Deutsche Bank Park, Frankfurt, Germany - April 17, 2025 Tottenham Hotspur's Dominic Solanke celebrates scoring their first goal REUTERS/Kai Pfaffenbach
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Overview

  • Dominic Solanke's first-half penalty, awarded after a VAR review of a foul on James Maddison, sealed Tottenham's 1-0 win in the second leg against Eintracht Frankfurt.
  • The victory sends Spurs to their first European semi-final since 2019, keeping their hopes alive for a first trophy since 2008.
  • Ange Postecoglou's position as manager was under scrutiny due to Tottenham's poor domestic form, but this result provides a temporary reprieve.
  • Captain Son Heung-min missed the game due to a foot injury, but Tottenham delivered a disciplined performance to hold off Frankfurt's attacks.
  • Spurs will face Bodø/Glimt in the semi-finals as they continue their quest for Europa League glory and a chance to salvage their season.