Tottenham Hotspur sack coach Ange Postecoglou days after Europa League triumph
Just days after lifting the Europa League title and ending a 17-year trophy drought, Tottenham Hotspur have parted ways with head coach Ange Postecoglou. The decision, confirmed by the club through an official statement, marks a dramatic turn of events for the North London side — who, despite European success, endured a disastrous Premier League campaign.Postecoglou, who took charge in June 2023 following a successful stint at Celtic, had overseen two contrasting seasons at Spurs. His debut season saw Tottenham finish fifth in the league, narrowly missing out on Champions League football. However, the 2024–25 campaign saw a steep decline domestically, with Spurs managing just 11 wins in 38 matches, finishing 17th and barely avoiding relegation.Following a review of performances and after significant reflection, the Club can announce that Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties.— Tottenham Hotspur (@SpursOfficial) June 6, 2025advertisement"Following a review of performances and after significant reflection, the Club can announce that Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties," the Spurs statement read.
"We are extremely grateful to Ange for his commitment and contribution during his two years at the Club...However, the Board has unanimously concluded that it is in the best interests of the Club for a change to take place," the statement added.Amidst their struggles in the league, Postecoglou opted to channel his focus entirely on the Europa League — a bold tactical pivot reminiscent of Manchester United's Ruben Amorim. The strategy paid off for Spurs, as they edged Manchester United 1-0 in the Europa League final on May 22, securing not only silverware but a spot in next season's UEFA Champions League. For Amorim, however, a similar approach didn't yield the same results, with United falling short on the European stage.advertisementDespite the buzz surrounding Postecoglou's future even before the Europa League final, his exit comes as a surprise to many, especially after his assurances of building on the European triumph. Tottenham, however, have decided to pursue a new direction with Champions League football back on the cards — choosing to move on from the Australian coach, while United have continued to place their faith in Amorim.With European glory in the bag but domestic failures fresh in memory, Spurs now begin their search for a new leader to guide them into a more balanced future.
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