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'So much abuse'- Reliable Journo lauds Tottenham star for writing his name in club folklore amidst season-long criticism

Originally posted on To The Lane And Back
By Aaryan Choksi | Last updated May 27, 2025 9:00 AM ET

Tottenham star Brennan Johnson ended the season as the club’s top-scorer in all competitions

If there is one Tottenham player that has deserved all the plaudits coming his way this season, then it is Brennan Johnson. The Welshman started the season slow and failed to make an impact on the pitch for the Lilywhites. Due to his mediocre performances under Ange Postecoglou, the 24-year-old was trolled and abused by his own fans. This forced the Spurs winger to delete his social media accounts leading into the season.

However, it is fair to say that the decision to silence out the critics proved to be a blessing in disguise for the prolific winger. Johnson went on to score in seven consecutive games after that, helping the club in carving out some crucial results along the way. It did not stop there; the Welshman etched his name in Tottenham’s history books as well to end the season on a high.

Spurs took on Manchester United in the Europa League final last week at the San Mames Stadium in Bilbao. And it was Brennan Johnson that managed to score the only goal in the game that proved to be the difference maker between both sides. The 24-year-old’s goal ensured Tottenham ended a 17-year wait for a major trophy by winning the Europa League against all odds.

Tottenham star Brennan Johnson has become a club icon after historic season

Brennan Johnson has managed to prove all his doubters wrong after ending the season as Tottenham’s top goal-scorer. The Wales international had a prolific campaign in front of goal and made a huge impact for Ange Postecoglou’s side. His winning goal in the Europa League final against Manchester United will also be remembered by the Spurs fans for years to come.

Now, Alasdair Gold has also praised Johnson for his performances this season for the Lilywhites. Speaking on the Alasdair Gold YouTube channel, the journalist said,

“This is the guy that got so much abuse from his own fans that he came off social media for a long period. Now the fans will always have him in their hearts now as the guy that did this in the final.”

Alasdair Gold suggested that Brennan Johnson was abused by his own fans after enduring a tough start to the season. But then, Gold pointed out that the Welshman responded in the best way possible and silenced all his critics to end the season on a high. The reliable journalist also insisted that Johnson’s game-winning goal in the Europa League final will be remembered by the Spurs fans for a long time to come.

As per Sofascore, Brennan Johnson ended the campaign with 51 games under his belt in all competitions. The 24-year-old managed to score 18 goals and provide four assists for Ange’s men during that time. His impact for the team was not consistent enough, but the Welshman stepped up when it mattered the most and helped Spurs get over the line in some crucial games.

Ange Postecoglou also took the time out to praise Brennan Johnson’s impact this season after the Spurs winger ended the campaign as the club’s top-scorer. The Welshman has cemented his place in the club’s history books and he will look to build on the Europa League success next season as the Lilywhites play Champions League football. Big Ange will also rely on the 24-year-old next season as Johnson will hope to continue his good form next year.

This article first appeared on To The Lane And Back and was syndicated with permission.

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