Spurs secure 3-1 lead against Bodo/Glimt in Europa League semi-final

Tottenham Hotspur took a significant step toward the Europa League final with a 3-1 home victory over Bodo/Glimt, thanks to early goals from Brennan Johnson and James Maddison, followed by a Dominic Solanke penalty, though a late goal from Bodo's Ulrik Saltnes kept the tie alive. Manager Ange Postecoglou expressed confidence in his team's ability to finish the job in Norway, emphasizing their dominance in the first leg and his belief in the squad despite ongoing struggles in the Premier League. Both Maddison and Solanke left the match with injuries, but initial assessments suggest their issues are not serious. Tottenham's strong European form stands in stark contrast to their domestic campaign, where they sit 16th and have suffered a club record-equalling 19 defeats this season. If Spurs advance, they could face Manchester United, who secured an impressive 3-0 away win against Athletic Bilbao in the other semi-final, raising the possibility of an all-Premier League final. The winner of the tournament will not only claim a major trophy but also qualify for next season's Champions League.