World A-listers react to Spurs win as Keane drops the mic and barriers broken
In a dramatic twist of fate, Ange Postecoglou's bold prediction about Tottenham proved spot-on as he led them to success where others have faltered.
The Spurs boldly shattered their 'Spursy' image and a long-standing jinx by outshining Manchester United in Bilbao, clinching a coveted trophy after 17 years, much to the joy of fans who had endured a forgettable domestic campaign.
Angeball triumphed, with Postecoglou's infectious charisma propelling the team beyond their notorious past failings.
While not downplaying a poor season in the league, this victory for Tottenham transcends their prior disappointments.
Postecoglou's achievements, alongside goal hero Brennan Johnson, have resonated across the football sphere, earning plaudits from the likes of Roy Keane on CBS: "Spurs have won more than Arsenal this season. When you think of the clubs out there, Spurs get criticised as much as anyone. They certainly were not Spursy. They defended really well, their attacking play wasn't great but it doesn't really matter.", reports the Daily Record.
He continued with fervour, outlining the significance of the win: "For all the critics over the past few years, we've said they've got a lovely stadium but it's all about winning trophies. Now they can get their hands on that trophy tonight and really enjoy it. When the players come back for pre-season they know they're in the Champions League and the knock-on effect for the club is fantastic."
Chris Sutton exclaimed: "Beautiful... all the s*** he's taken off people. Bold, brave , backed his ability as a coach. One idiot disrespectfully inferred he was a clown a couple of days ago. Who's the clown now? Well played Ange.
"He's been proven correct. He always wins in his second season. A lot of people eating a lot of humble pie right now. Get in there! Delighted for the big Aussie."
Former Rangers boss Ally McCoist added: "Ange delivers what he says he does – that'll be the story tomorrow. And rightly so... I'll put my cards on the table, I'm absolutely delighted for him. Some of the criticism has been way over the top – particularly in the buildup to this final. I don't think anyone can grudge him this trophy."
Gareth Bale said on TNT Sports: "Amazing for the club. It has been a long time coming. Delighted for the club and all the fans. Now Ange goes down as a legendary manager to win a European Cup."
Liverpool's Mohamed Salah posted on X: "He did say he'd win in his second season. Congratulations!".
Tam McManus chimed in: "Big f****** Ange. Absolutely right round every single one of the diddies that slaughtered him all season."
Paul Robinson observed: "What scenes and limbs in that Tottenham end of the ground. The players, the staff, the supporters you can see what that means to the club. They have won a trophy. They have taken away that 'Spursy' tag and nobody can point that at them any more.
"17 long years without a trophy, a really poor domestic campaign, it's all turned around. A European trophy, Champions League football and who knows what springboard that could be for the club."
The words of legendary Glenn Hoddle were filled with disbelief: "Incredible. I've got no nails left. Fantastic for the club. It wasn't a fantastic game, but they got over the line. Ange Postecoglou got it right in the end."
On the strategy, he noted: "He played three in midfield and particularly in the first half that overpowered Man Utd. Second half, there was a case of holding on and hanging in there. They defended like trojans. Hopefully, it's a stepping stone for more."
Tottenham icon Harry Kane gave a simple nod to the triumph, saying: "Congratulations @SpursOfficial," whereas Rangers-obsessed WWE star Drew McIntyre cheekily commented: "You won Spurs. Enjoy the Europa League. I hope it makes you very happy. Dear Lord, what a sad little life Ange. You ruined my tweet completely so you could have a trophy. Now take your trophy and get out of my mentions."
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