In a pivotal UEFA Europa League quarterfinal second leg on April 17, 2025, Tottenham Hotspur secured a hard-fought 1-0 win against Eintracht Frankfurt at Deutsche Bank Park, advancing to the semifinals with a 2-1 aggregate score. This marks Spurs’ first European semifinal appearance since their 2019 UEFA Champions League final run.
Match Summary
- 44′ – Dominic Solanke (Penalty): The decisive moment came just before halftime when James Maddison was fouled by Frankfurt goalkeeper Kaua Santos. Solanke confidently converted the resulting penalty, giving Spurs the lead.
Despite Frankfurt’s efforts, including attempts from Hugo Ekitiké and Kristensen, Tottenham’s defense, led by Cristian Romero and Micky van de Ven, remained resolute. The match was intense, with both sides creating opportunities, but no further goals were scored.
Match Statistics
| Statistic | Eintracht Frankfurt | Tottenham Hotspur |
|---|---|---|
| Possession | 61(%) | 39(%) |
| Shots | 14 | 12 |
| Shots on Target | 5 | 3 |
| Corners | 8 | 7 |
| Fouls Committed | 7 | 9 |
| Yellow Cards | 3 | 3 |
| Red Cards | 0 | 0 |
Post-Match Reactions
Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou praised his team’s discipline and unity, stating, “The boys showed great character tonight. It’s a proud moment for all of us.”
Eintracht Frankfurt’s coach, Dino Toppmöller, expressed disappointment over the result and the injury to key midfielder Mario Götze, who was substituted early due to a muscle issue.
Next Fixture
Tottenham Hotspur will face Norwegian side Bodø/Glimt in the Europa League semifinals. The first leg is scheduled for May 1, 2025, with the return leg on May 8, 2025.
