Spurs Win Europa League Match, Mourinho Ejected

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Spurs Triumph in Europa League, But Mourinho's Temper Costs Him

Tottenham Hotspur secured a hard-fought 2-0 victory over LASK Linz in the Europa League on Thursday, but the match was overshadowed by Jose Mourinho's red card in the second half.

A tense encounter saw Spurs dominate possession but struggle to break down a resolute Austrian defense. The breakthrough finally came in the 50th minute when Gareth Bale, making his first start since returning on loan from Real Madrid, headed home a cross from Sergio Reguilon.

The second goal arrived just seven minutes later when Son Heung-min, who had been a constant threat throughout the game, slotted home after a fine pass from Tanguy Ndombele.

However, the match took an unexpected turn in the 69th minute when Mourinho was shown a straight red card. The Portuguese manager was furious with the referee's decision to overturn a penalty decision in favor of Spurs, and his protests led to his dismissal.

"I think the referee made a big mistake, he destroyed the game," Mourinho said after the match. "I have to be calm. I know I am not calm, but I have to be calm."

Despite the drama, the result keeps Spurs top of Group J with a perfect record after two matches. The victory was a welcome boost for Mourinho's side, who had lost their previous two Premier League games.

Bale's return to form was a major positive for Spurs. The Welshman looked sharp and dangerous in his first start, and he will be hoping to build on this performance in the coming weeks.

Son Heung-min also continued his impressive scoring form, adding his third goal in two Europa League games. The South Korean forward has been one of Spurs' most consistent performers this season.

However, Mourinho's red card is a concern. The manager has a history of getting into trouble with the officials, and this latest incident is unlikely to be the last. It remains to be seen what disciplinary action he will face, but he will be hoping to avoid a lengthy ban.

The next challenge for Spurs is a tough Premier League clash against Manchester United this weekend. Mourinho's side will be looking to bounce back from their recent defeats and get their season back on track.