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The Irish Sun
08-07-2025
- Sport
- The Irish Sun
Big-hearted Tottenham star Pape Sarr paying for electricity for his hometown as he transforms island community
BIG-hearted Tottenham star Pape Matar Sarr is paying for an entire village to have electricity. The Spurs ace has forked out thousands of pounds to provide electricity for his hometown of Fayako in Advertisement 7 Sarr returned to the small village of Fayako where his parents come from to help them get electricity 7 The Spurs midfielder is always in touch with his roots back in Senegal Credit: Getty 7 Sarr has swapped being on the beach to helping a village 7 He's played 81 league games for Spurs in the last two seasons Credit: Getty Fresh from his Europa League triumph with Spurs, the midfielder reaffirmed his deep connection to his roots and pledged to bring electricity to the isolated island community. He said, when he visited Fayako, a small island located around 100 miles from Senegal's capital Dakar: 'The process is already underway with regards to electricity. "I hope that soon, Fayako will shine as brightly as its people do. I love this village, and I'm proud of its people.' In addition to helping with electricity, Sarr also donated educational materials such as a laptop, printer and solar-powered panels to a local school. Advertisement READ MORE IN FOOTBALL He also supplied construction materials for the expansion of the village's health centre. Sarr is following in the footsteps of his idol, former Liverpool star Sadio Mane, who donated The entire community of Fayako, including local leaders, gathered to show their gratitude for the Spurs star they proudly call a son of the village. Tottenham hit gold when they signed then 18-year-old Sarr from Metz in 2021. Advertisement Most read in Football Spurs Ready to STEAL Mohammed Kudus from Chelsea in Stunning Move! | Transfers Exposed They then showed incredible foresight by leaving him at the French club for the remainder of the 2021-2022 season to continue his development. The Senegal star joined Spurs a year later and made his Premier League debut in a 2-0 defeat to Since then, he has played 81 league games for the Lilywhites and helped the North London club win the Europa League final against Manchester United last season. Sarr will be back at Hotspur Way for pre-season under new manager Advertisement 7 Sarr is tipped to have a brilliant career at Tottenham Credit: Rex 7 The Senegalese is a growing star in the Premier League Credit: Getty 7 Sarr has played mostly alongside Malian Yves Bissouma at Tottenham Credit: AFP
Scottish Sun
08-07-2025
- Sport
- Scottish Sun
Big-hearted Tottenham star Pape Sarr paying for electricity for his hometown as he transforms island community
Click to share on X/Twitter (Opens in new window) Click to share on Facebook (Opens in new window) BIG-hearted Tottenham star Pape Matar Sarr is paying for an entire village to have electricity. The Spurs ace has forked out thousands of pounds to provide electricity for his hometown of Fayako in Senegal. Sign up for Scottish Sun newsletter Sign up 7 Sarr returned to the small village of Fayako where his parents come from to help them get electricity 7 The Spurs midfielder is always in touch with his roots back in Senegal Credit: Getty 7 Sarr has swapped being on the beach to helping a village 7 He's played 81 league games for Spurs in the last two seasons Credit: Getty Fresh from his Europa League triumph with Spurs, the midfielder reaffirmed his deep connection to his roots and pledged to bring electricity to the isolated island community. He said, when he visited Fayako, a small island located around 100 miles from Senegal's capital Dakar: 'The process is already underway with regards to electricity. "I hope that soon, Fayako will shine as brightly as its people do. I love this village, and I'm proud of its people.' In addition to helping with electricity, Sarr also donated educational materials such as a laptop, printer and solar-powered panels to a local school. He also supplied construction materials for the expansion of the village's health centre. Sarr is following in the footsteps of his idol, former Liverpool star Sadio Mane, who donated £500,000 towards building a hospital in his hometown of Bambali. The entire community of Fayako, including local leaders, gathered to show their gratitude for the Spurs star they proudly call a son of the village. Tottenham hit gold when they signed then 18-year-old Sarr from Metz in 2021. Spurs Ready to STEAL Mohammed Kudus from Chelsea in Stunning Move! | Transfers Exposed They then showed incredible foresight by leaving him at the French club for the remainder of the 2021-2022 season to continue his development. The Senegal star joined Spurs a year later and made his Premier League debut in a 2-0 defeat to Aston Villa on January 1st 2023. Since then, he has played 81 league games for the Lilywhites and helped the North London club win the Europa League final against Manchester United last season. Sarr will be back at Hotspur Way for pre-season under new manager Thomas Frank, who replaced Ange Postecoglou this summer. 7 Sarr is tipped to have a brilliant career at Tottenham Credit: Rex 7 The Senegalese is a growing star in the Premier League Credit: Getty
The Sun
08-07-2025
- Sport
- The Sun
Big-hearted Tottenham star Pape Sarr paying for electricity for his hometown as he transforms island community
BIG-hearted Tottenham star Pape Matar Sarr is paying for an entire village to have electricity. The Spurs ace has forked out thousands of pounds to provide electricity for his hometown of Fayako in Senegal. 7 7 7 7 Fresh from his Europa League triumph with Spurs, the midfielder reaffirmed his deep connection to his roots and pledged to bring electricity to the isolated island community. He said, when he visited Fayako, a small island located around 100 miles from Senegal's capital Dakar: 'The process is already underway with regards to electricity. "I hope that soon, Fayako will shine as brightly as its people do. I love this village, and I'm proud of its people.' In addition to helping with electricity, Sarr also donated educational materials such as a laptop, printer and solar-powered panels to a local school. He also supplied construction materials for the expansion of the village's health centre. Sarr is following in the footsteps of his idol, former Liverpool star Sadio Mane, who donated £500,000 towards building a hospital in his hometown of Bambali. The entire community of Fayako, including local leaders, gathered to show their gratitude for the Spurs star they proudly call a son of the village. Tottenham hit gold when they signed then 18-year-old Sarr from Metz in 2021. Spurs Ready to STEAL Mohammed Kudus from Chelsea in Stunning Move! | Transfers Exposed They then showed incredible foresight by leaving him at the French club for the remainder of the 2021-2022 season to continue his development. The Senegal star joined Spurs a year later and made his Premier League debut in a 2-0 defeat to Aston Villa on January 1st 2023. Since then, he has played 81 league games for the Lilywhites and helped the North London club win the Europa League final against Manchester United last season. Sarr will be back at Hotspur Way for pre-season under new manager Thomas Frank, who replaced Ange Postecoglou this summer. 7 7 7
Yahoo
21-05-2025
- Sport
- Yahoo
Tottenham player ratings vs Manchester United: Micky van de Ven commanding as Spurs win Europa League
Tottenham Hotspur were crowned Europa League champions after a scrappy 1-0 win over Manchester United here in Bilbao. Brennan Johnson bundled home the only goal of a low-quality final on 42 minutes, meeting Pape Matar Sarr's cross with help from Luke Shaw's arm. The closest United came to an equaliser was a Rasmus Hojlund header spectacularly hooked off the line by Micky van de Ven. Spurs defended resolutely through the final 25 minutes and held on to win a first European trophy in 41 years. Here's how we rated the Spurs players at San Mames... Guglielmo Vicario 8 Stepped up when needed, drawing a fine, one-handed save from Alejandro Garnacho and saving from Shaw in stoppage-time. Otherwise unconvincing, and fumbed a high ball which led to a huge chance for Hojlund, only for van de Ven to clear spectacularly. Pedro Porro 7 His delivery from open play and set pieces was always a threat in a game conscipuously lacking good technicians. Cristian Romero 8 Outstanding in another final, sweeping up United's attacks and setting the tone with his aggression. He was lucky, though, that Bruno Fernandes headed wide after he was drawn out of defence in the second half. Micky van de Ven 9 Saved a certain goal when he leapt to clear Hojlund's header from the goal-line. Composed and commanding at the back again. Destiny Udogie 7 Amad Diallo stretched him down the right but he made a crucial tackle to deny the winger in a dangerous position in the second half and was an outlet on the counter. Rodrigo Bentancur 7 Kept it simple at the base of midfield. The Uruguayan has been one of Postecoglou's most trusted lieutenants during this European campaign. Yves Bissouma 8 Mopped upped in front of the back four impressively and occasionally opened up the game with his passing. Pape Matar Sarr 7 He was under pressure to provide some creativity and delivered with the cross for the opening goal. Brennan Johnson 8 Claimed the opening goal, as well he might after a dart to the near post. Unsettled Shaw from the off with his pressing and direct running. Dominic Solanke 7 Starved of proper service but did his bit to occupy United's back three, especially Harry Maguire, allowing Spurs to profit from the second balls. Richarlison 8 Worked tirelessly for the team in an excellent, selfless display from the left, justifying his selection ahead of Heung-min Son. Subs Heung-min Son (Richarlison 67') 6 Largely played a defensive role, as Spurs held on to see out the win. Kevin Danso (Johnson 79') 7 Enable Spurs to move to a back five for the final 10 minutes plus stoppages and made a couple of important interventions. Archie Gray (Sarr 90') 6 Provided fresh legs for stoppage-time and deserved an appearance after his efforts this term. Djed Spence (Udogie 90') 6 Filled in at left-back for stoppage-time and was disciplined. Not used: Austin, Whiteman, Tel, Odobert, Davies, Scarlett, Moore, Ajayi.
The Independent
21-05-2025
- Sport
- The Independent
Why was Brennan Johnson credited with Tottenham's winning goal?
Brennan Johnson will go down in history as the winning goalscorer in Tottenham Hotspur 's Europa League triumph - even though it appeared that Manchester United defender Luke Shaw got the final touch. Spurs ended their 17-year trophy drought and delivered success as they defeated Manchester United 1-0 in Bilbao. The final was low of quality, with the winning goal proving a fitting end to a scrappy affair. Tottenham won't care, though, with their winning moment coming shortly before half time. Pape Matar Sarr's cross from the right was met by Johnson though the forward's touch went straight into Shaw and bounced towards the line. Johnson made a second attempt to force the ball over the line and swung his leg as it bobbled past Andre Onana. Replays did not show that Johnson made a meaningful touch, but the forward was credited with the goal by Uefa. 'I knew I touched it,' Johnson told TNT Sports when asked if he knew whether he got the final touch. 'And then I looked up because I didn't catch it clean. The ball was trickling in the goal and then... I can't describe the feeling.' Tottenham had lost their last three finals without scoring, so Johnson is the first Spurs player to score in a cup final since Jonathan Woodgate score in the League Cup triumph over Chelsea in 2008 "I'm so happy right now,' Johnson added. 'This season has not been good at all, not one of us players care about that now. This team has not won a trophy for 17 years, it means so much. "All the fans get battered, we get battered for not winning a trophy. We had to get the first one, I'm so happy. Ever since I came here it has been 'Tottenham, good team but can't get it done', but we got it done. "Tottenham Hotspur being 17th in the Premier League is not good enough. We had an unbelievable Europa run. The fans have been so good, home and away and they had the edge over the United fans. They were all here an hour before the game, they got us through the game."
