Tottenham Sack Ange Postecoglou Despite Europa League Triumph, Cite Poor Premier League Form

Tottenham Hotspur has sacked manager Ange Postecoglou despite his achievement of ending the club's 17-year trophy drought by winning the Europa League in his second season. Chairman Daniel Levy decided to part ways due to a sustained decline in Premier League performance, including a 17th-place finish, which overshadowed the European success. Postecoglou's attacking style, dubbed 'Ange-Ball,' was both celebrated and criticized, with questions raised about his tactical rigidity and the physical demands on players leading to injuries. Fans showed strong support for Postecoglou following the trophy win, but Levy prioritized domestic league results and explored other managerial candidates to restore Spurs' Champions League ambitions. Postecoglou expressed pride in his tenure and the foundations laid for future successes, despite the abrupt end to his tenure. The decision highlights a tension between long-term vision and immediate league performance within Tottenham's leadership.