FanSided World Football
·26. Februar 2025
'Nothing has really changed' - Ange Postecoglou addresses key topics ahead of Manchester City clash

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·26. Februar 2025
Both Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou and the players are gearing up for a crucial run of fixtures that will be key for the club.
Spurs have experienced plenty of highs and lows throughout the season, and while fans had grown frustrated, the team is currently on a three-match unbeaten streak in the Premier League, reigniting hopes for a strong finish.
Their next challenge comes against Manchester City in the Premier League tomorrow, Wednesday 26 February, followed by the Europa League Round of 16 clash on Thursday 6 March.
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Ahead of tomorrow’s showdown against Pep Guardiola’s side, the Australian manager spoke in an exclusive interview with Football London, addressing some of the key topics surrounding the club in recent days.
When asked about the squad’s injury status, Postecoglou stated: "It will be the same as the weekend squad-wise. Everyone got through the weekend well, no issues from it.
"With the injured guys, nothing has really changed. They are still progressing and training on and off with us. Hopefully over the next 7-10 days reintroduction."
On facing Manchester City, he acknowledged the strength of the opposition but assured that Spurs will give everything to surpass them, calling it a 'good test for them.'
Discussing Rodrigo Bentancur’s contract extension, Postecoglou commented: "In terms of his contract situation that is handled by other people and obviously a lot of our strategizing is not just about the short term but the longer term.
"He is experienced now. From our perspective, in this run-in he is going to be really important."
The manager was also asked about Djed Spence, who has been making the most of his opportunity due to injuries within the squad. Postecoglou made it clear:
"Yeah, as I said last week, he's been outstanding, he continues to be outstanding. The challenge for Djed is to keep going, you know, not to be satisfied with what he's got now and with the same hunger and attitude that he's taken his opportunity."
Tottenham will need to put in a strong performance and take control if they are to overcome their opponents tomorrow.
Ange Postecoglou is well aware of the challenge, knowing that despite Manchester City's recent inconsistency—similar to Spurs—they remain a team that, when under pressure to win, can deliver.
The opposition will come to fight for all three points, and while City currently sit fifth in the Premier League table, Tottenham are still trailing behind them and must step up to keep their ambitions alive.