Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has defended his credentials despite increasing pressure on his position.
The Australian coach vowed to keep winning prizes—regardless of where his career leads him—and asserted he is “not a clown.”
What actually happened?
Heading into Wednesday’s Europa League final against Manchester United, Tottenham are in crisis.
With a club-record 21 losses this season, they lie 17th in the Premier League.
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Rumor has it that Postecoglou’s future is in suspended balance. Some analysts suggest this outcome might determine him as either a “hero or a clown.”
The 59-year-old, however, shot back at those assertions during Tuesday’s news conference.
Why this final is so important?
Spurs last raised a significant medal 17 years ago. Winning the Europa League would not only provide trophies but also help to reframe the story of a disappointing season.
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Victory in Bilbao would give the manager a second chance and buy him time to rebuild.
What the gaffer said?
“I’m not a clown and I never will be,” he told reporters on Tuesday.
He reminded reporters of his 26-year experience in football, during which he graduated without help to run major European clubs.
He added: “I’ve worked my way to a position where I’m leading out a club in a major European final.”
Under pressure, the Australian coach is determined to prove his doubters wrong by doing what he claims he does best: winning trophies.
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