Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou is under increased scrutiny as his team prepares for their League Cup third-round match against Coventry City on Wednesday. Postecoglou's previous claim that he secures a trophy in his second season at a club has drawn attention following Tottenham’s recent 1-0 defeat to Arsenal, which left them in 13th place in the Premier League standings after four matches.
At a press conference, Postecoglou defended his comments, emphasizing that his track record includes winning silverware in his second seasons with Brisbane Roar, Yokohama F. Marinos, and Celtic. He expressed frustration that his statement, which he considers factual, has been interpreted as boasting, and questioned why acknowledging his past successes should be controversial.
In his debut season with Tottenham, Postecoglou made a notable impact, though the team fell short of securing silverware. They were eliminated from the League Cup by Fulham in the second round, lost to Manchester City in the FA Cup fourth round, and finished fifth in the Premier League. Despite a strong start last season, the team’s form declined, and they have struggled this season with only one win from their first four games.
As Tottenham faces Coventry, Postecoglou is keen to advance in the cup competition to regain momentum. He confirmed that injured midfielder Yves Bissouma will miss the match but could return for the Premier League fixture against Brentford. Postecoglou remains focused on the season’s objectives and hopes to replicate his past successes with his current squad.
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