Tottenham Hotspur manager, Ange Postecoglou, has confirmed that team captain Heung-min Son will play against Aston Villa. However, he remains undecided on whether Son will start in the upcoming Europa League final.
A fully fit and firing Son is a crucial asset to Tottenham for the final due to his big-game experience and leadership skills. Despite recently returning from a foot injury during a 2-0 win against Crystal Palace, there are high expectations for his performance.
With only five days left until the Europa League final, it is indeed a race against time for him to regain his sharpness before this significant event in Bilbao.
Impact of Son's performance at Villa Park
Postecoglou hinted that how well the 32-year-old performs at Villa Park could influence his decision on who makes up the starting eleven for the final. This statement suggests that much rides on this upcoming match.
The Australian coach expressed excitement about having their captain back but also emphasized caution ahead of such an important game as Man United awaits them in Bilbao.
Ange Postecoglou, Tottenham Hotspur manager, said:
“It’s absolutely fantastic to have him available. He has the experience and he does have that creative ability, but the game tomorrow night, we need to get him some match minutes and see how he is,”
“I’ve never tried to look too far into the future in terms of what we might do, but if nothing else, this year has taught me that our planning is pretty much a day-to-day proposition. Let’s get through training today, and let’s get through the game tomorrow. Post-game tomorrow, we can start looking at those kinds of things.”
Determined captain eyeing victory
Son has had an illustrious decade-long career with Tottenham Hotspur, participating in three finals—all ending without victory. This history fuels his determination to secure a win against Man United and lift the Europa League trophy—a feat which would indelibly etch his name into Spurs folklore.
This opportunity holds even more significance considering major uncertainties surrounding Son’s future with Tottenham ahead of summer transfers. For fans and players alike, seeing their beloved captain hoist the trophy would be an unforgettable moment—especially if it turns out to be one of his last acts as part of Spurs' squad.
While there are still decisions to be made and performances to be evaluated, one thing is clear: Heung-min Son's role in the upcoming games will significantly impact Tottenham Hotspur's journey towards the Europa League final.
