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Tottenham Face Defining Europa League Clash Without Son Heung-min

With the tie at 1-1, Spurs aim to overcome Eintracht Frankfurt in Germany, seeking redemption in a season marred by poor domestic form and mounting pressure on Ange Postecoglou.

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
Soccer Football - Europa League - Quarter Final - Second Leg - Eintracht Frankfurt v Tottenham Hotspur - Deutsche Bank Park, Frankfurt, Germany - April 17, 2025 Eintracht Frankfurt's Kaua Santos fouls Tottenham Hotspur's James Maddison to concede a penalty REUTERS/Kai Pfaffenbach     TPX IMAGES OF THE DAY

Overview

  • Tottenham will play Eintracht Frankfurt in the Europa League quarter-final second leg at Deutsche Bank Park, with the aggregate score tied 1-1.
  • Captain Son Heung-min has been ruled out due to a persistent foot injury, adding to the team's challenges in a must-win match.
  • Manager Ange Postecoglou has downplayed speculation about his job security, emphasizing the opportunity to reach the semi-finals of a major competition.
  • Eintracht Frankfurt, third in the Bundesliga, are confident with strong home support and Hugo Ekitike in form after scoring his 21st goal of the season.
  • Tottenham players, including Micky van de Ven, have expressed their determination to win for their under-fire manager and to salvage their season.