Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou took the time to console Manchester United's players after his side's Europa League final win. The Aussie manager went into the game fighting for his future after a wretched domestic camapign, with Spurs already confined to their worst ever Premier League finish.

In a final of little quality, Postecoglou's side were resolute after Brennan Johnson's first-half goal. An incredible goal line clearance of Micky van de Ven and Guglielmo Vicario's injury time save from Luke Shaw's header sealed the win, and a first club trophy since 2008. The final whistle also sparked jubilant scenes amongst the players, coaches, and fans.

Postecoglou, though, remained composed and dignified. After venturing onto the pitch, he personally consoled every Manchester United player, and hugged both Bruno Fernandes and Casemiro.

Whether the victory is enough to save Postecoglou's job remains to be seen. In Tuesday's pre-match press conference, he vowed to stay on regardless the result, denying he'd walk away if his side prevailed in Bilbao.

He's also endured a spiky relationship with the media this season. The 59-year-old stated before the 2024/25 campaign that he always 'wins things in his second season' at clubs, a comment he's been frequently reminded of.

While Postecoglou was speaking to United players, match winner Johnson implied his boss could now quit having proved his critics wrong. He told TNT Sports: "He has done his job. He said he wins in the second year and he has, if there's ever a time for a mic drop, it's now."

After the trophy presentation, Postecoglou was asked about Johnson's comments and whether he did indeed plan on a 'mic drop'. However, he insisted there was still work to be done with his squad.

"I don't feel like ive completed the job yet," he said. "I feel like we’re still building. We have a young squad here, and we've won something, and I want to build on it now."