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James Maddison did not miss an opportunity to reference Ange Postecoglou’s early-season promise about delivering a trophy this season, and the Tottenham midfielder also put a Chelsea fan content creator in his place.

Two days on from the famous evening in Bilbao, many Spurs fans are still pinching themselves and wondering if it was all just a dream.

The long wait that Tottenham fans have had to see their side lift the silverware and the heartbreaks they have had to endure along the way have made the Europa League success even sweeter.

Many, including Liverpool star Mohamad Salah, have given a shout-out to Postecoglou’s second-season trophy promise, which will go down in history as one of the greatest quotes ever to be uttered by a football manager.

James Maddison reacts to Ange Postecoglou’s trophy promise

Maddison has defended Postecoglou from criticism all season, and the attacking midfielder was not shy of reminding everyone of what the Australian had promised at the start of the campaign.

After the final whistle in Bilbao, the attacking midfielder and Sergio Reguilon unfurled a banner, which had Postecoglou’s quote about “always winning trophies in his second season“.

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The 28-year-old has also taken to social media to remind everyone of what the 59-year-old had said last year.

Maddison hilariously puts Chelsea fan in his place

After the final whistle, the Tottenham midfielder was asked to speak to CBS Sports and Maddison began the interview by trolling Roy Keane after the Man United legend had criticised him for not being a big-match player a couple of months ago.

While Keane saw the funny side of the interaction, a Chelsea fan creator, Rory Jennings, launched an attack on the Tottenham man for bantering a legend in Keane.

Tottenham fans will love how Maddison responded to the Chelsea fan:

Micky van de Ven has given a cold response when asked about Tottenham Hotspur’s reputation of being a “banter club” after the Lilywhites got their hands on their first trophy in 17 years.

Since Tottenham won the League Cup in 2008, they have been to four finals and eight semifinals, but could not get over the line, which is why they have been the subject of ridicule and mocking from opposition fans and the media.

In fact, ahead of the Europa League final, many pundits pointed to Tottenham’s recent history as the reason why Man United will win the final.

There was a determination within the Tottenham camp to prove the doubters wrong, with Van de Ven remarking before the final that the players want to get rid of the ‘Spursy’ tag.

Micky van de Ven sends message to Tottenham’s critics after Europa League win

The Dutchman and his teammates managed to deliver what they promised, putting in a dogged and determined display at Bilbao, the kind we have not come to expect from Tottenham Hotspur in finals.

Ange Postecoglou’s men showcased plenty of fight and the sort of winning mentality the club have been accused of lacking.

However, Van de Ven insisted after getting his hands on the trophy that those who disparage Tottenham will continue to do so, insisting that he does not care what others say now that the club have a trophy to celebrate.

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When asked about those who label Spurs a “banter club”, Van de Ven said (via talkSPORT’s Adrian Durham): “Probably, they’ll continue but, I don’t care anymore. We’ve proved them wrong and we’ve won a trophy. So, they can say whatever they want. We’ve lifted a trophy and that is the most important thing for us, for the fans, and also for the club.”

Tottenham send critics a reminder of their rich history

Tottenham have been mocked endlessly for their “empty trophy cabinet” for years, even though it is fuller than most clubs in the Premier League and Europe.

The banter has not been restricted to just the social media world either, having spilt into the real world, with Giorgio Chiellini famously saying “It is the history of the Tottenham” after Juventus knocked out the Lilywhites in the Champions League quarterfinal in 2018 (ESPN).

Tottenham’s official social media admin did not miss an opportunity to give a fitting response to those poking fun at the club and did so by referencing the infamous Chiellini quote.

The beef between Harry Maguire and Cristian Romero did not end at the final whistle, and the Man United man was not happy when the Argentine came over to express his commiserations to his opponents after the final whistle at Bilbao.

Ahead of the game, there was a lot said about Spurs’ mentality, with many pundits suggesting that Man United had more winners in their side than Tottenham did.

However, Spurs boasted one player in their ranks who has stepped up with big performances in major finals time and again, and he did the same in Bilbao.

Cristian Romero was deemed the Man of the Match in the final and the Europa League Player of the Season, with the Argentine proving once again that he is a man for the big moment.

Harry Maguire reacts angrily to Cristian Romero’s friendly gesture

Cristian Romero, who started the game as Tottenham captain since Heung-min Son was on the bench, not only marshalled the Spurs backline brilliantly, but he also successfully managed to get in the head of his opponents.

The Tottenham centre-back was given the difficult task of marking Harry Maguire during Man United’s set-pieces, and he never let the England international get any joy in the box.

Romero was also involved in a war of words with the former Hull City man throughout the game, leaving him rattled on a few occasions.

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When the Spurs man went over to Maguire and the other United players to shake their hands after the final whistle, the United defender was not in a mood to make amends, angrily pushing his opposite number away.

Watch his reaction below:

Romero showed a nasty streak Tottenham have been missing

Spurs have had better teams than this one over the last two decades, but those sides arguably lacked the kind of characters that would get under the skin of their opponents and wind them up.

That was identified and called out by Jose Mourinho, who referred to the Spurs side as a team of good guys who struggle to win ugly.

A host of former Tottenham players have expressed their delight after the club broke their 17-year trophy drought on Wednesday, and one man, who was a huge fan favourite during the Mauricio Pochettino era, has now joined the party.

Tottenham Hotspur have had some outstanding teams and some world-class managers over the last two decades, which is why their lack of silverware over the last 17 years was so puzzling.

Not many would have thought that the club’s trophy curse would eventually be broken by a manager with no prior experience in Europe’s top five leagues and a side who sit just above the relegation spots.

Ange Postecoglou and this young Tottenham squad have written their name into the club’s history books, achieving something that many of the big names that have come before them have failed to do.

Tributes pouring in from former Tottenham players

Many of the club’s former players, who have tried to win silverware and fallen just short, are over the moon to see the Lilywhites finally get their hands on silverware.

Harry Kane expressed his delight soon after Tottenham lifted the Europa League, while his former boss, Mauricio Pochettino is also over the moon to see his beloved Spurs win a trophy.

Mousa Dembele has now become the latest ex-Spurs man to congratulate his former side, with the Belgian midfielder maestro taking to Instagram stories to write “COYS” along with a heart emoji.

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Other Tottenham legends from yesteryear also react

This Europa League victory and the reaction to it from former players has shown just how tight the Spurs community is, with many of the club’s ex-players continuing to bleed Lilywhite despite leaving the club more than a decade ago.

Former Tottenham striker Robbie Keane labelled it an “unbelievable achievement” (talkSPORT) while his former teammate Aaron Lennon also reacted joyously on social media.

The Independent’s Miguel Delaney has revealed whether Tottenham Hotspur have made a decision on the future of Ange Postecoglou and has shared what the Australian feels about his chances of keeping his job.

Some sources have claimed that Tottenham’s Europa League win is unlikely to influence their decision on Postecoglou’s future.

However, there is no doubt that it would be a very bold call for Daniel Levy to sack the first Spurs manager to deliver a title to the club since 2008.

Some suggested prior to the final that Postecoglou may walk away on a high after winning the Europa League trophy, but the Australian has refused to do that.

In fact, after getting his hands on the trophy, Postecoglou made it clear that he had unfinished business at Tottenham, putting the ball firmly in Levy’s court.

What does Ange Postecoglou think about his chances of staying at Tottenham?

The Independent’s chief football writer Miguel Delaney has now revealed what the Tottenham board and Postecoglou are thinking at the moment as the club continues to celebrate their historic success.

Delaney claims that as of Friday, ahead of the club’s trophy parade, the decision makers at Spurs had not finalised their decision on the 59-year-old’s future.

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However, the journalist remarked that the expectation at N17 is that the Australian will depart at the end of the season.

In fact, Delaney adds that even Postecoglou himself feels he is likely to lose his job, putting his own chances of staying at just 5 per cent.

Why the emotions of Europa League success should not affect Tottenham’s decision

Many Tottenham Hotspur fans, who wanted to see the back of Postecoglou until a few days ago, would have changed their minds after the events of Wednesday.

One can certainly understand their emotions, given that the Australian has delivered silverware to the long-suffering Spurs faithful after 17 years.

However, Levy and the Tottenham hierarchy cannot allow emotions to overrule reason while making the decision, with the Lilywhites at a crossroads ahead of the summer window.

It is worth pointing out that the last Spurs manager to win a trophy was Juande Ramos, who was sacked months later after getting two points in the first eight games in the 2008-09 season.

While Postecoglou will undoubtedly go down as a Tottenham legend, the Ramos episode is a reminder that a trophy win alone does not necessarily make one the right manager for the club.

The news that Tottenham Hotspur have broken their 17-year trophy drought has garnered reaction from around the world, and World Wrestling Entertainment have now sent a memento to the club to mark their Europa League achievement.

The last 48 hours have been surreal for Spurs fans across the world, who have had to wait a long time to see their side lift silverware.

In fact, a whole generation of Lilywhite fans have never experienced that feeling before Bilbao, while many others have gone their entire adult lives without doing so.

That is why the celebrations have been wild since Tottenham got their hands on the Europa League trophy, and one would expect them to continue well into next week.

WWE send souvenir to Tottenham after trophy success

Not only does this win ensure that the ‘Spursy’ tag has been put to rest for the time being, but it also means that Tottenham have secured a place in next season’s Champions League and the financial benefits that come with that.

Additionally, the North London side will also get another chance at securing a European trophy very soon, with Spurs booking their place in the UEFA Super Cup final, where they will take on the winner of the Champions League final between PSG and Inter Milan.

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Spurs Play presenter Ben Haines has now revealed that WWE has sent Tottenham Hotspur a world championship title belt to commemorate the Lilywhites’ historic success.

Watch Haines unboxing the commemorative title belt below:

Tottenham man declares himself a club legend

This trophy will be particularly special to the Spurs captain, who has been at the club for a decade, through thick and thin.

Previously, he had been hesitant to call himself a legend without any silverware, but after finally getting his hands on a trophy, Heung-min Son declared that he can now proudly call himself a Tottenham legend, which would delight Spurs fans.

Cristian Romero has taken to social media to send an emotional message after getting his hands on the Europa League trophy, with the Tottenham centre-back insisting that he and his teammates fully deserve the success they have worked extremely hard for.

Tottenham Hotspur needed their big guns and leaders to step up on the big night to avoid yet another defeat in the finals, which would have only further cemented the ‘Spursy’ tag.

That is exactly what happened, with Romero producing a Man of the Match display at San Mames and leading from the front as the Lilywhites ended their 17-year trophy drought.

The defender has made it a habit of winning finals, having starred for Argentina in their two Copa America wins and the World Cup victory in 2022.

Not only did he get his hands on yet another trophy, but Romero was also adjudged the Europa League Player of the Season after his heroic defensive showing across the latter stage of the competition.

Cristian Romero sends a message to Tottenham fans

Romero was also one of four Tottenham players to make it into the Europa League Team of the Season, with the defender proving again why he belongs in the conversation among the elite players in world football.

Not long after the final whistle at Bilbao, Alejandro Garnacho labelled Romero the best centre-back the best in the world, and the former Juventus man has now taken to social media to send an emotional message to the Tottenham fans.

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The 27-year-old wrote on X: “We are champions of Europe, Tottenham. Like a family from start to finish, we deserved this title. Nobody believed in us and here we are, closing a great season. Thanks to everyone for the love. Come on you Spurs.”

Is this a hint that Romero is on his way out?

While fans have to be wary of reading between the lines too much into what players say, the Spurs vice-captain’s message does appear like it could be a parting one.

There continues to be a lot of speculation suggesting that Romero wants to swap Tottenham for Atletico Madrid this summer, with the centre-back only having two years left on his contract.

Tottenham fans are daring to dream of another European triumph, as the club prepares to contest the UEFA Super Cup just months after their Europa League success.

Tottenham Hotspur’s narrow but spirited 1-0 win over Manchester United in the Europa League final has not only secured them a spot in next season’s UEFA Champions League but also handed them a fresh opportunity for continental silverware later this year.

The prospect of competing in another European final has already sparked excitement among the Tottenham fanbase, who are beginning to wonder whether 2025 could deliver not one, but two major European titles.

Tottenham fans react to UEFA Super Cup final vs Inter Milan or PSG

When news filtered through that Spurs would have another shot at European glory this summer, fans wasted little time in sharing their thoughts across social media.

Some viewed it as a golden chance to lift another trophy, buoyed by their recent success, while others were more cautious, aware of the challenge posed by Champions League winners.

“Could you imagine if we win!!!!!” one supporter wrote, while another joked: “Another chance for another trophy or complete battering, but I do not mind any.”

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One fan leaned into sentiment, pointing out: “That is Vicario’s home city, we absolutely have to win.” On the other side, some were bracing for the worst: “And we will be humiliated, but right now, I do not care. As long as Ange is gone by then, who knows, we might have a chance.”

Another believed the key to winning was simple focus: “Nah, do not gas me, we will win against either of them if we focus.”

The possibility of back-to-back trophies captured imaginations too: “Football is such a crazy sport. I won’t be surprised if Tottenham win the UEFA Super Cup. No trophies in 17 years and then boom 2 in less than 6 months.”

One noted the emotional ties: “Udogie and Vicario’s hometown. 1-0 up already.” Another could not resist a dig at rivals Arsenal: “Give us PSG – we will show them how it is done.”

The playful tone continued: “Not another trophy to compete for. It is getting too much!” and “Another trophy on its way.. 🏆🏆🏆”.

One simply concluded: “Second trophy loading 😎😎✨✨” while another made his preference clear: “Give us Inter Milan.”

Spurs confidence grows ahead of UEFA Super Cup final

With the UEFA Super Cup looming on 13 August, it is clear that many Tottenham Hotspur fans are entering the build-up with a newfound confidence.

That belief is only natural, and it stems from finally ending the club’s long trophy drought – a breakthrough moment that has injected much-needed pride back into N17.

Now European champions, the Tottenham faithful have little fear about stepping into another final, and when that Super Cup comes around, they will be there in their numbers, ready to back their team again.

James Maddison has opened up on missing the Europa League final but admits he still feels part of Tottenham’s historic European triumph.

Without a doubt, any Tottenham Hotspur fan would have taken the opportunity to win a trophy at the start of the season, given their 17-year wait for one.

Spurs have now ended that long-standing drought, doing so in a way only Tottenham could – lifting silverware but at the expense of their Premier League campaign, one that left fans in agony for most of the season.

Tottenham are now champions of Europe after edging past Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League final, a result that has secured their place in next season’s UEFA Champions League despite sitting 17th in the Premier League table.

James Maddison reflects on Tottenham’s Europa League win

James Maddison did play a pivotal role in Tottenham’s Europa League success this season, finding the net against Bodo/Glimt in the first leg of the semi-final, winning a penalty against Eintracht Frankfurt in the second leg of the quarter-final, scoring again in the first leg of that tie, and notching another goal in the return leg against AZ Alkmaar in the round of 16.

However, the England international was unable to feature in the final after suffering a knee injury that has kept him sidelined for the last three months.

When asked how it felt to miss the final but still be part of the squad, Maddison responded with a cheeky dig at Chelsea’s John Terry, saying to TNT Sports: “They said I had to put the kit on to get a medal! I did not want to do a John Terry! when he went in the full kit and his shin pads.”

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“But what a special feeling. Winning makes [the season] all alright – the pain of not being able to play is not being able to help the team.

“If we win anyway, I know I played a big part in the lead up, I know I deserve this just as much as all of us. But it was not being able to affect it that affected me the most.”

Maddison’s pride underlines bigger moment for Spurs

With the final now won and a major trophy finally back in the cabinet, the attention will inevitably turn to how Tottenham can build on this success, though Maddison refused to delve into future plans.

When asked how Spurs intend to build from here going into next season, he said: “Now is not the time to be thinking about that, it is a brilliant achievement and one of the ways you can qualify for the Champions League.

“But it is more winning the trophy and giving these fans something to shout about because they have had years of years of pain and now they can enjoy it.” When asked how the players would mark the occasion, he said: “Plenty of beer.”

The clearest sign yet of Fabio Paratici’s return to Tottenham has surfaced, with the Italian spotted in one of Spurs’ biggest games amid growing confidence of his reinstatement as sporting director.

The Fabio Paratici transfer saga continues to drag on as the Italian sporting director edges closer to being available for work following his FIFA-imposed ban.

If you have been keeping up with Spurs Web’s coverage of Paratici, you would know that Tottenham Hotspur are now the frontrunners to bring the Italian back into the fold, after a proposed move to Serie A side AC Milan collapsed.

Daniel Levy remains a firm admirer of the former Tottenham director and is understood to be working behind the scenes to facilitate a formal return to N17, with the two still maintaining a cordial relationship.

Paratici’s suspension is due to end on 1 July, concluding the 30-month ban handed down in 2023 for his perceived involvement in financial mismanagement during his time at Juventus.

Fabio Paratici spotted at Man United match in Bilbao as Tottenham return nears

It was reported a few days ago by TuttoMercatoWeb that once Fabio Paratici is free to return to work, he is expected to head back to Hotspur Way.

Now, the same publication is reporting that Paratici’s return to Spurs is imminent, with the biggest indication coming from his appearance in Bilbao on Wednesday.

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According to the outlet, the match drew several high-profile guests, among them Paratici, who was spotted in the stands watching the game closely.

This follows earlier reports of Tottenham holding discussions with Fabio Paratici about a potential return in a directorial capacity, once his FIFA-imposed ban concludes in the coming weeks.

TMW also highlighted how Paratici followed proceedings attentively, and noted that nine of the eleven Spurs starters that day were players he had brought to the club.

Fabio Paratici set to make major Spurs managerial decision

It has always been reported that should Paratici return to Hotspur Way, he is set to play a significant role in the appointment of Tottenham’s next manager, particularly after Ange Postecoglou’s poor domestic campaign that has left Spurs languishing in 17th place in the Premier League.

The Australian manager, however, has thrown a spanner in the works by ending Tottenham’s 17-year-long trophy drought with a Europa League triumph, doing so with a squad built largely from Paratici’s acquisitions.

It was recently reported that Fabio Paratici could consider former Ajax boss Francesco Farioli, with two other candidates now considered unlikely.

But with Postecoglou delivering European silverware, it remains to be seen whether the club opts for continuity or change ahead of next season.