Angé Postecoglou Reveals Childhood Support for Premier League Rivals
Angé Postecoglou, the Greek-born Australian manager of Tottenham Hotspur, has opened up about his childhood support for one of the club’s rivals in the Premier League. Despite now heading one of the top teams in the league, Postecoglou admitted he was a passionate fan of Liverpool as a young boy.
Reflecting on his early aspirations to become a football manager, Postecoglou shared that he was inspired by the success and style of Liverpool under the guidance of legendary manager Bill Shankly. “I loved the boot room, the whole story,” he mentioned during an interview with Gary Lineker on BBC’s Football Focus. However, when Lineker jokingly asked if he still supported Liverpool, Postecoglou quipped, “Well, I’ve taken the posters down mate, last week!”
Postecoglou highlighted Liverpool’s style of play in the 1970s, particularly their emphasis on possession and attractive football, as a significant influence on his career path. He stated, “It was a bit different, and it always attracted me down that road.”
The Tottenham boss has taken a unique trajectory in reaching his current position. Before joining Tottenham, he had successful spells with Brisbane Roar and Melbourne Victory in Australia, as well as coaching the Australian national team and Yokohama F. Marinos in Japan. He even led Celtic to consecutive Scottish Premiership titles before making his move to London.
Postecoglou’s impact at Tottenham has been remarkable so far, with his team securing 13 points out of a possible 15 in the opening matches of the season. As they prepare for the highly anticipated north London derby against Arsenal, Postecoglou made it clear that his side will continue to play their attacking brand of football. “In terms of the way we play, we’re not changing, mate. We’ll go out and scare the life out of them,” he confidently affirmed.
The manager’s commitment to his football philosophy is unwavering, as he highlighted the importance of learning and growing through every experience on the pitch. “If we shy away from it, don’t play our football, manage to get a draw and survive the experience, what have we really learned? Apart from surviving 90 minutes of football? Nothing. We’re going to go out and play our football,” he declared.
Postecoglou’s journey from a Liverpool-loving young boy to the helm of one of the Premier League’s top teams showcases his passion and dedication to the game. With his unique background and unwavering belief in his attacking style, he is poised to lead Tottenham to further success in the seasons ahead.
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