Son Heung-Min Delivers Joyful Message After Europa League Victory as Kane and Van Dijk React
Son Heung-Min was overjoyed as he shared an emotional message with Tottenham fans following their Europa League triumph over Manchester United.
Under Ange Postecoglou, Spurs ended a 17-year wait for silverware by clinching the Europa League title on May 21, fulfilling the manager’s second-season promise. Brennan Johnson etched his name into club folklore by scoring the match’s only goal, sealing a 1-0 victory.
Surprisingly, Son didn’t start the final, with Richarlison getting the nod on the left. However, the Spurs captain came on in the second half and was ultimately given the honor of lifting the trophy—an emotional milestone for both Son and the club.
As celebrations poured in from past and present players—including a congratulatory message from Gareth Bale—Son’s own Instagram post reflected pure joy and pride. Despite a season that fell short of his usual standards, which drew criticism from some fans, the South Korean forward was jubilant in his post, writing:
“C H A M P I O N S !!!!!!! COME ON YOU SPURRSSSSSS”
Support poured in, with former Spurs star Harry Kane commenting, “Congratulations brother!” and Liverpool’s Virgil van Dijk responding with a clapping emoji. Current teammates also chimed in—Micky van de Ven called him a “legend,” while Dominic Solanke added, “You did it.”
Postecoglou’s bold decision to bench Son for the final raised eyebrows but ultimately proved effective as Tottenham secured a historic win.
The Europa League victory also grants Spurs a valuable Champions League spot for next season—an unexpected but significant reward, given their struggles in domestic competition. Despite sitting 17th in the Premier League with 25 losses in all competitions, Tottenham’s European qualification could be a game-changer in the transfer market. Interest in Crystal Palace’s Eberechi Eze may now intensify, with Spurs’ return to Europe making North London a more enticing destination.