With Solanke's penalty kick, Tottenham Hotspur defeated Frankfurt 1-0 in the focus match of the second round of the UEFA Europa League quarter-finals in the 2024/25 season and successfully advanced to the semi-finals. Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Vicario said that the semi-finals will be a more difficult game, but he and the team are ready to fight.

In the 41st minute, Romero made a lob pass to the penalty area, and Madison was knocked down by Frankfurt goalkeeper Koa Santos when he came forward to receive the ball, giving Tottenham a penalty kick opportunity. Subsequently, Solanke scored from the penalty kick, helping Tottenham take the lead 1-0 and leading Frankfurt 2-1 in the total score.

In the end, Tottenham Hotspur defeated their opponent 1-0 away from home and eliminated Frankfurt with a total score of 2-1, successfully winning a ticket to the Europa League semi-finals.

Tottenham Hotspur goalkeeper Vicario, 28, said, "This is incredible. This is a great moment for all Tottenham Hotspur players and the club. We are very proud. It is a major achievement to be able to advance to the semi-finals of the European competition, but our mission is not over yet. The next game will be very difficult, but we are ready to fight."

"It has been a challenging season, we have had a lot of difficulties. But that's sport and that's life, but here we are in the semi-final of a European competition."

Vicario said, "Looking at the overall performance in both rounds, I think we fully deserve this result. Everyone should be proud of each other. We are like a big family, a united team, and we need to enjoy this moment."

In addition, Tottenham Hotspur will host Borussia Dortmund in the first leg of the Europa League semi-finals, while Borussia Dortmund eliminated Lazio of Serie A in the quarterfinals.

"We know how important this opportunity is and we know our quality. We also know that when we put our heart into it, we have the ability to beat any opponent. Now we have two games waiting for us, and it will be an exciting semi-final."