Heung-min Son has called Tottenham Hotspur’s upcoming Europa League final against Manchester United the biggest day of his life, underlining just how much this moment means to him and the club.
Tottenham Hotspur last lifted the Europa League trophy in 1984, defeating Belgian side Anderlecht 4-3 on penalties in the final.
The Lilywhites remain without a major honour since 2008, when they edged past Chelsea 2-1 after extra time in the League Cup final.
In the past decade, Tottenham have often been within touching distance of glory, whether it was pushing for the Premier League title, reaching a Carabao Cup final, or that memorable run to the UEFA Champions League final in 2019.
However, those moments have all ended in disappointment, leaving the fans and players desperate for a defining triumph.
Heung-min Son delivers passionate message ahead of Tottenham vs Man United
Once again, Spurs find themselves with a shot at silverware, this time in Spain. Manchester United, who have also had their fair share of struggles this season, stand between the Lilywhites and the Europa League title.
For the Tottenham supporters who have endured a rollercoaster of a campaign, lifting a trophy would mean everything. It would be a reward for their patience, their loyalty, and their continued belief.
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Heung-min Son, the club’s captain, has not held back in expressing what this final means to him.
Speaking after the loss to Aston Villa, as relayed by BBC Sport, he said: “It is a disappointing result and a very poor season; we cannot hide this fact. But, at the end of the day, we can win a trophy, so that is what we are all looking for.
“Wednesday will be the biggest day of my life. Look, it will be great and we will be excited and I hope we can make history.”
Heung-min Son chasing silverware redemption with Spurs
Several Tottenham players have departed over the years in pursuit of trophies elsewhere, but Heung-min Son has remained committed to the club, driven by a personal mission to deliver silverware to N17.
It has not been a smooth journey for the South Korean winger, who has experienced his fair share of heartbreak in north London. The two finals he has featured in for Spurs ended in disappointment, and those scars have lingered.
The last time Tottenham played a European final in Spain, they were beaten 2-0 by Liverpool. Now, Son and his teammates are seeking redemption, and there is hope that Spurs can finally reward one of their most loyal servants with the triumph he so richly deserves.