For the first time after six years, Tottenham is in the final of one European competition. Last time it was the Champions League final in 2019, when they lost 2-1 to Inter, and this time around, it‘s Manchester United in the Europa League. But even thou the mood should be a festive one, it‘s far from that. Spurs are just one place above the relegation zone with a terrible season behind them. They have an unbelievable 21 defeats and could end up with one more on the last day of the season. Coach Ange Postecoglou is under great pressure and there are reports that he will be sacked no matter what happens tonight.Ahead of the Europa League final – Bilbao hikes prices by 900%!So, it was quite logical that he wasn‘t so happy and in a good mode at the last press conference. Journalists didn‘t help either as they are as critical as they can be. The Standard journalist even went as far as claiming in his column that defeat against Man United would make Postecoglou ‘a clown’ and the Spurs boss replied.“I’ll tell you one thing, I’m not a clown. I never will be, mate. Really disappointed you used such terminology about a person who for 26 years, without any favours from anyone, has worked his way to be in a position where he’s leading a club in a European major competition. For you to suggest that, somehow, us not being successful means that I’m a clown, not really sure how to answer that question“ said Ange, visibly annoyed.Tottenham have won all three meetings with Man Utd so far this season ⏪👀 pic.twitter.com/Yq8WfEoMEF— LiveScore (@livescore) May 21, 2025 It’s not the first time Postecoglou has clashed with reporters — or they with him. Each side has its own reasons, and tensions are particularly high after a disappointing Premier League season. All of this has cast doubt on his position, and many believe that the match in Spain could determine his fate.”Is it really important? No. You have to focus on the opportunity that exists right now — and that’s to deliver something special to the club, to the fans, to everyone who has worked hard, not just this season but over the last 15 or 16 years since we last won a trophy, and 41 years since our last international title. Am I worried? We wouldn’t have made it this far if I had been distracted. I’m pretty good at focusing when it counts. Whatever happens, I’m sure I’ll keep trying to win trophies, no matter where I am. My future is assured mate. I wouldn’t be the first person who changes jobs mate, we all change jobs, I’m sure you’ve had more than one job. My future’s assured. I’ve got a beautiful family, I’ve got a great life, I’ll keep on winning trophies until I finish, wherever that is. So, don’t worry about my future, mate. My future is not tied with anything, my future is assured“ said Spurs boss.##NAJAVA_MECA_8939875##
