Postecoglou, an Australian coach, was fired exactly two years after joining the club.
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Tottenham Hotspur players are very upset after the club suddenly fired their coach, Ange Postecoglou, even though he just helped the team win their first European trophy in 41 years.
Many of the players are shocked and disappointed by how quickly things changed.
Why Was Postecoglou Let Go?
Postecoglou, an Australian coach, was fired exactly two years after joining the club.
This decision came just over two weeks after he led Tottenham to victory in the Europa League final, a big deal for the club and its fans.
But despite the win, team chairman Daniel Levy decided to let him go after a season-ending loss to Brighton.
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Levy reportedly made the final decision after meeting with the club’s majority owners in the Bahamas.
Players React with Frustration and Sadness
Some Tottenham players didn’t hold back their emotions.
According to reports, many of them were “furious” with the club’s leadership, especially with how the situation was handled.
Some even said they may want to leave the team because they no longer trust the club’s management.
Ange Postecoglou’s departure has angered a number of Tottenham players, with sources claiming some want to leave the club and that the Australian’s successor will face a huge task to repair the dressing-room damage.
— The Spurs Web (@thespursweb) June 6, 2025
A source said: “The players are so angry about what has… pic.twitter.com/VTULIczfCs
A source told the Telegraph:
“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.”
Stars Thank Coach Publicly
Several Tottenham players shared emotional messages online to thank Postecoglou.
Right-back Pedro Porro posted photos with him and wrote:
“Thank you for everything, boss. For mentoring me, helping me settle in, and trusting me on the pitch… You gave us one of the greatest moments in the club’s history.”
Brazilian striker Richarlison also praised him:
“Thanks for believing in me during one of the hardest times in my life. You helped us make history.”
Forward Dominic Solanke added:
“Thank you for bringing me to this great club and for helping us win a trophy. I’ll never forget the dream we achieved.”
What Postecoglou Said
In his own statement, Postecoglou shared that he was proud of his time with the club. He said:
“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.”
