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New York Times
3 days ago
- Sport
- New York Times
Son Heung-min says Ange Postecoglou ‘a Tottenham legend forever'
Club captain Son Heung-min says departed head coach Ange Postecoglou is a 'Tottenham Hotspur legend forever'. Tottenham announced they had relieved Postecoglou of his duties on Friday afternoon, despite the Australian guiding the club to glory in the Europa League final only two weeks earlier. Spurs' strong European run, though, was in contrast to their domestic form, as they recorded their lowest-ever Premier League points tally (38) and finish (17th), having lost 22 of 38 matches. Advertisement Postecoglou took over as head coach ahead of the 2023-24 season and on the eve of the campaign, appointed Son as his captain, replacing Hugo Lloris. After a strong start to the season, Spurs tailed off slightly and finished fifth with Son ending as the team's top scorer on 17 goals. 'You trusted me with the captaincy,' Son wrote on Instagram on Saturday. 'One of the highest honours of my career. It's been an incredible privilege to learn from your leadership up close, I am a better player and a better person because of you. 'Ange Postecoglou, you are a Tottenham Hotspur legend forever. Thank you, mate.' Son's message echoed the sentiments of Pedro Porro and Guglielmo Vicario on Friday evening, the latter of whom also joined Spurs in the summer of 2023. 'I'll always be grateful for the way you led us, defended us, and kept us going through all the highs and lows,' Porro said. 'Above everything, you gave us one of the greatest moments in the club's history and for that, you'll always be celebrated. Wishing you all the very best, boss.' A post shared by Son HeungMin(손흥민)🇰🇷 (@hm_son7) 'From that very first call, right from the beginning, you always showed so much belief in me,' Vicario said. 'Giving me the opportunity to be part of the leadership group … those moments, and many others, will stay with me forever. 'You are not only a top manager, you are an incredible person to work for, a real leader, a mentor, and someone I'll always look up to.' In a statement published by his representatives, Postecoglou himself said: 'When I reflect on my time as manager of Tottenham Hotspur, my overriding emotion is one of pride. 'The opportunity to lead one of England's historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime. Sharing that experience with all those who truly love this club and seeing the impact it had on them is something I will never forget.' Brentford head coach Thomas Frank is the leading contender to replace Postecoglou at Tottenham, who will compete in the Champions League next season after their Europa League triumph. ()
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Tottenham players 'are left FURIOUS' by Ange Postecoglou sacking - with Daniel Levy 'facing possible revolt' from stars after ruthlessly binning Australian just days after Europa League win
Tottenham players have been left furious by the sacking of Ange Postecoglou, according to a report. The Australian was ruthlessly let go on the second anniversary of his appointment and 16 days after he led the club to its first European trophy for 41 years. Thomas Frank of Brentford is the leading candidate to replace him. Postecoglou returned from a holiday in Greece to learn his fate and Spurs issued a statement to explain the decision had been taken after a review of performances and 'significant reflection'. Chairman Daniel Levy held a meeting into the night after the final game of the Premier League season, a 4-1 home defeat by Brighton, just five days after the euphoria of beating Manchester United in the Europa League final in Bilbao. Levy later visited the Bahamas where he met with members of the Lewis family, the club's majority shareholders. After, he made the decision to relieve Postecoglou of his duties, but Levy, according to the Times, could face a potential revolt from the players. The report suggests that some of Tottenham's players will be looking to leave the club as a result of the decision. A source told the Times: 'The players are so angry about what has happened and how it has been handled. The next manager is going to inherit a difficult situation.' A number of stars took to social media on Friday night to pay tribute to their former boss. .Spurs right back Pedro Porro took to Instagram and posted three photos of himself and Postecoglou along with a heartfelt message. It read: 'Thank you for everything, boss,' Porro's message began. 'For mentoring me early on, helping me settle into the club, and trusting me out on the pitch. 'I'll always be grateful for the way you led us, defended us, and kept us going through all the highs and lows. 'Above everything, you gave us one of the greatest moments in the club's history and for that, you'll always be celebrated. Wishing you all the very best, boss'. Striker Richarlison added: 'Mister, massive thanks for helping me out and believing in me during one of the trickiest periods of my career and my life. 'Everyone who loves the Spurs will remember that Big Ange always bags trophies in his second season. We've made history! Cheers and good luck on your journey! I'll always be rooting for you'. Fellow forward Dominic Solanke later wrote: 'Thank you for bringing me to this wonderful club, thank you for bringing us a wonderful trophy. 'Won't ever forget the convo we had before I signed and we achieved a dream! All the best in your next adventure'. Postecoglou had earlier issued a statement of his own. In it, he spoke of his pride at having delivered European glory to 'one of England's historic football clubs'. The statement read: 'When I reflect on my time as Manager of Tottenham Hotspur my overriding emotion is one of pride. 'The opportunity to lead one of England's historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime. Sharing that experience with all those who truly love this club and seeing the impact it had on them is something I will never forget. 'That night in Bilbao was the culmination of two years of hard work, dedication and unwavering belief in a dream. There were many challenges to overcome and plenty of noise that comes with trying to accomplish what many said was not possible. 'We have also laid foundations that mean this club should not have to wait 17 more years for their next success. I have enormous faith in this group of players and know there is much more potential and growth in them. 'I sincerely want to thank those who are the lifeblood of the club, the supporters. I know there were some difficult times but I always felt that they wanted me to succeed and that gave me all the motivation I needed to push on. Thomas Frank is the heavy favourite to move from Brentford and take over in north London 'It's important to acknowledge the hard working people at Spurs who gave me encouragement on a daily basis. 'And finally, I want to thank those who were with me every day for the last two years. A fantastic group of young men who are now legends of this football club and the brilliant coaches who never once doubted we could do something special.
ABC News
4 days ago
- Sport
- ABC News
Ange Postecoglou's sacking sparks backlash directed at Spurs in wake of Europa League win
Tottenham Hotspur's decision to sack Ange Postecoglou has sparked sympathy and outrage as the football world has digested the news. Postecoglou's sacking came two weeks after he delivered Spurs their first silverware in 17 years with a 1-0 victory over Manchester United in the Europa League final. The 59-year-old Australian was two seasons into a four-year contract at Spurs. England manager Thomas Tuchel, himself sacked by Chelsea a year after winning the Champions League in 2021, was among those to comment publicly on Spurs' decision. "It just shows you that it is not only about titles, "Tuchel said. "You can survive seasons without titles if your connection, the support and the belief and the trust between the coach and the club is strong. Then you can overcome seasons without titles. "If there is slight disbelief, if there are concerns, if the trust is not there anymore, obviously then it is sometimes not even enough to win a trophy after so many years." Tuchel paid tribute to Postecoglou. "I have [the] biggest respect for him," Tuchel said. "He's a huge character. He brought a trophy. He said he will deliver in the second year and he did. "But this is part of the job. We are responsible for the results and we are responsible for the development of the team so, whether we like it or not, sometimes it is us who has to take the full responsibility." There was an emotional response from one of Postecoglou's players, full-back Pedro Porro. "Thank you for everything, boss," Porro wrote on Instagram. "For mentoring me early on, helping me settle into the club, and trusting me out on the pitch. "I'll always be grateful for the way you led us, defended us, and kept us going through all the highs and lows. "Above everything, you gave us one of the greatest moments in the club's history and for that, you'll always be celebrated. Wishing you all the very best, boss." Soccer pundits came out backing Postecoglou, as they criticised Spurs' decision. Alan Shearer, the former England and Newcastle striker, posted on X: "What a stupid game football is!!!!" Another retired England forward, Chris Sutton, said: "To get someone in who wins them silverware, then straightaway get rid of him, that sums up modern football, doesn't it? It's absolute bonkers." Tottenham supporters went online in their droves, mainly to vent their fury at the club's decision. One fan posted to Sky Sports: "That night in Bilbao earned Ange the right to continue it next season. Gutted." On BBC Radio, Spurs fan Jack Teasdale from Macclesfield, said: "It just doesn't make sense to me. We wait 17 years for a trophy, we finally win a trophy in Bilbao and then we sack him and we're back to square one again. It's a shambles to be honest." AAP
Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Sport
- Daily Mail
Tottenham players send emotional messages to Ange Postecoglou following his ruthless sacking
Multiple Tottenham Hotspur players have posted emotional tributes to Ange Postecoglou after his sacking on Friday afternoon. Postecoglou's time as Spurs manager was ruthlessly ended by the board just 16 days after he had led his team to victory in the UEFA Europa League final. That 1-0 win over Manchester United in Bilbao ended Tottenham's 17-year wait for a major trophy and also earned a place in next season's Champions League. However, the season concluded with a 4-1 home defeat by Brighton. That was Tottenham's 22nd loss of a dismal Premier League campaign, which saw them finish just one place above the relegation zone. Tottenham published a 368-word club statement on Friday, thanking Postecoglou for his work but also claiming that the board had voted 'unanimously' that a change of manager was the best way forward. Later on Friday, Spurs right back Pedro Porro took to Instagram and posted three photos of himself and Postecoglou along with a heartfelt message. 'Thank you for everything, boss,' Porro's message began. 'For mentoring me early on, helping me settle into the club, and trusting me out on the pitch. 'I'll always be grateful for the way you led us, defended us, and kept us going through all the highs and lows. 'Above everything, you gave us one of the greatest moments in the club's history and for that, you'll always be celebrated. Wishing you all the very best, boss'. Striker Richarlison added: 'Mister, massive thanks for helping me out and believing in me during one of the trickiest periods of my career and my life. 'Everyone who loves the Spurs will remember that Big Ange always bags trophies in his second season. We've made history! Cheers and good luck on your journey! I'll always be rooting for you'. Fellow forward Dominic Solanke later wrote: 'Thank you for bringing me to this wonderful club, thank you for bringing us a wonderful trophy. 'Won't ever forget the convo we had before I signed and we achieved a dream! All the best in your next adventure'. Postecoglou had earlier issued a statement of his own. In it, he spoke of his pride at having delivered European glory to 'one of England's historic football clubs'. The statement read: 'When I reflect on my time as Manager of Tottenham Hotspur my overriding emotion is one of pride. 'The opportunity to lead one of England's historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime. Sharing that experience with all those who truly love this club and seeing the impact it had on them is something I will never forget. 'That night in Bilbao was the culmination of two years of hard work, dedication and unwavering belief in a dream. There were many challenges to overcome and plenty of noise that comes with trying to accomplish what many said was not possible. 'We have also laid foundations that mean this club should not have to wait 17 more years for their next success. I have enormous faith in this group of players and know there is much more potential and growth in them. 'I sincerely want to thank those who are the lifeblood of the club, the supporters. I know there were some difficult times but I always felt that they wanted me to succeed and that gave me all the motivation I needed to push on. 'It's important to acknowledge the hard working people at Spurs who gave me encouragement on a daily basis. 'And finally, I want to thank those who were with me every day for the last two years. A fantastic group of young men who are now legends of this football club and the brilliant coaches who never once doubted we could do something special.
News.com.au
5 days ago
- Sport
- News.com.au
Staggering dressing room push could save Ange Postecoglou's Tottenham career
Tottenham chair Daniel Levy will speed up his decision over whether Ange Postecoglou will remain Spurs manager with a call now expected to be made this week, according to reports. Sky Sports in the UK reports that Postecoglou — who is on holiday in Europe — is expected to learn his fate in the coming days despite initial reports saying he'd have to wait until next week. The report comes amid growing support from the playing group with defender Pedro Porro the latest to publicly express his backing of Postecoglou. 'Him continuing would be good for the dressing room. He has built a very good group and coaches also need time,' Porro told The Guardian. 'In the league things didn't go well but he made us win a trophy. That's important too. 'The people in the dressing room with weight have to understand that.' Porro's support echoes similar displays from fellow players Cristian Romero and James Maddison, who said Postecoglou has 'been brilliant' and should stay. Nonetheless, Postecoglou remains at serious risk of losing his position due to a domestic campaign that saw Spurs finish 17th after suffering 22 defeats. Postecoglou explained that he had to heavily prioritise the Europa League, which Spurs won over Manchester United to clinch the club's first trophy of any kind in 17 years. But Levy must now decide whether that glittering night in Bilbao justifies one of the worst domestic campaigns that the club has endured in the Premier League era. Levy is set to return from holiday this week when he will reportedly make his decision. The decision was described by Sky Sports News chief correspondent Kaveh Solheko on The Transfer Show as 'one of the hardest decisions Levy has had to take since he's been at Spurs'. 'If you go with your heart, you stick with Postecoglou because he won a trophy. However, if you go with your head, you look at the Premier League table and I still can't believe Tottenham finished 17th,' Solhekol said. 'Under normal circumstances, that would be totally and utterly unacceptable. 'There's no question the manager would lose his job, but he won a trophy. 'It's a debate for another day perhaps, the quality of the Europa League this season. The fact the Champions League has expanded, and teams weren't dropping down, but a trophy is a trophy. A European trophy is a European trophy.'
