During Tottenham Hotspur’s recent 2-0 loss to Manchester City, manager Ange Postecoglou voiced frustration over what he perceived as the club’s fragile foundations.
The defeat effectively dashed Spurs’ hopes of qualifying for the Champions League next season, with Erling Haaland‘s second-half brace sealing the deal for City.
Leading up to the match, conflicting sentiments among home fans were palpable, especially with North London rivals Arsenal contending for the Premier League title.
Postecoglou dismissed suggestions that some supporters were rooting for a Spurs defeat.
However, during the game, Postecoglou appeared to lose his composure when he engaged with a Tottenham Hotspur supporter in the stands.
Witnesses reported the manager angrily pointing at the individual, allegedly urging the team to lose.
This incident underscored the heightened tension and pressure surrounding the club’s performance.
Postecoglou’s initial optimism at the season’s outset has given way to mounting frustration as Spurs struggle in their battle with Aston Villa for the fourth spot.
While they’re assured a place in next season’s Europa League, the manager’s comments post-Manchester City defeat shed light on his deep concerns about the club’s stability.
Postecoglou emphasized, “The foundations are really fragile. The last 48 hours have shown me that. It’s inside the club, outside the club. Outside, inside, everywhere. It’s been an interesting exercise. It’s just my observations, mate.”
He further expressed unwavering commitment to success at the football club, stating, “I want to be successful at this football club, it’s why I was brought in. So, what other people, how they want to feel, and what their priorities are, are of zero interest to me. I know what’s important to build a winning team – that’s what I need to concentrate on.”
Article updated 2 months ago. Content is written and modified by multiple authors.
