Manchester United and Tottenham both enjoyed some much needed respite from their Premier League woes with victories in the Europa League on Thursday.
The Red Devils, who have been struggling to find their footing in the Premier League, secured a hard-fought win against their European opponents, thanks to a combination of skill and determination.
Tottenham, on the other hand, produced a stunning display of attacking football, with their stars shining bright on the European stage.
Both teams will be looking to build on this momentum and translate their European form into the Premier League, where they are currently underperforming.
Manchester United, in particular, have been under immense pressure, with fans calling for the manager's head and questioning the team's recruitment policy.
However, with this win, they have been given a temporary reprieve, and will be looking to capitalize on this momentum to turn their season around.
Tottenham, too, have been struggling, with their attackers failing to fire and their defense leaking goals.
But on Thursday, they showed glimpses of their old selves, and will be hoping to carry this form into their next Premier League match.
The Europa League has often been seen as a welcome distraction for teams struggling in their domestic leagues, and for Manchester United and Tottenham, this is exactly what they needed.
A chance to regroup, recharge, and refocus, away from the intense scrutiny of the Premier League.
And now, with these victories under their belts, they will be looking to use this as a springboard to launch themselves back into the Premier League title race.
Only time will tell if they can sustain this momentum, but for now, they will be basking in the glory of these much-needed wins.