Tottenham Hotspur Take Control with 3-1 Win Over Bodø/Glimt in Europa League Semi-Final First Leg
Tottenham Hotspur moved a step closer to the UEFA Europa League final with a 3-1 victory over Bodø/Glimt at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.
Spurs started fast and maintained control, though a late away goal keeps the tie alive for the Norwegian side.
Match Highlights:
1st minute: Brennan Johnson scored just 38 seconds into the match, setting a record for the fastest goal in a Europa League semi-final.
34th minute: James Maddison doubled the lead with a precise finish after a flowing attacking move.
61st minute: Dominic Solanke converted from the penalty spot to make it 3-0, seemingly sealing the result.
83rd minute: Ulrik Saltnes pulled one back for Bodø/Glimt, giving the visitors a crucial away goal.
Manager Ange Postecoglou praised his team’s intensity but urged caution ahead of the return leg in Norway, acknowledging the difficulties of playing on an artificial pitch in Arctic conditions.
What’s Next: Tottenham will travel to Norway for the second leg on May 8, aiming to protect their two-goal advantage and book a place in the Europa League final.
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