Postecoglou Boldly Claims No Spurs Fan Wants To Lose To Man City | OneFootball

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·13 May 2024

Postecoglou Boldly Claims No Spurs Fan Wants To Lose To Man City

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Spurs’ Determination to Triumph Over Manchester City

Tottenham’s Crucial Clash in the Premier League Title Race

As the Premier League season nears its conclusion, the stakes couldn’t be higher for Tottenham Hotspur as they prepare to host Manchester City this Tuesday. Positioned uniquely in the title race, a victory or even a draw against Pep Guardiola’s team could drastically tilt the scales in favor of Arsenal, currently leading the chart by a slender one-point margin over City.

Manchester City, the reigning champions, are not only contesting to reclaim the top spot but are aiming for an unprecedented fourth consecutive English top-flight title. The dynamics are intense, with City having the chance to leapfrog Arsenal should they secure a win at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.


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Spurs Chasing European Dreams

The spotlight isn’t solely on the title contenders. Tottenham themselves have much to play for. Trailing Aston Villa by four points for the coveted fourth place, Spurs are in a fierce battle to secure Champions League qualification. This fixture’s outcome could be pivotal for their European aspirations.

Despite some Spurs fans potentially harboring mixed feelings due to the rivalry with Arsenal, manager Ange Postecoglou is adamant about the club’s ambitions: “I’ve never, and will never, understand if someone wants their own team to lose. That’s not what sport is about. It’s not what I love about the game,” he expressed, emphasizing the universal desire among supporters for a Tottenham victory.

Postecoglou’s Unwavering Stance on Success

Ange Postecoglou, with his rich experience from Celtic and Rangers derbies, holds a clear perspective on what success should look like. “Real success looks like trophies. Anything else in between, bragging rights, whatever, it is absolutely meaningless to me,” he stated firmly. His focus remains undistracted by external sentiments, concentrating solely on what his team can control on the pitch.

The Australian coach believes that the will to win is fundamental, a sentiment that resonates deeply within the team and its supporters. “100% of Spurs supporters” want to see their team triumph against Manchester City, a fact Postecoglou confidently affirms.

Guardiola’s All-or-Nothing Approach

On the opposing side, City’s tactician Pep Guardiola highlighted the critical nature of the upcoming game. “The mindset is easy because if we don’t win, we don’t win the Premier League,” Guardiola declared, acknowledging the slim margins that often decide the league title. His previous campaigns have seen City edge out competitors like Liverpool by the narrowest of margins, showcasing their prowess in clutch moments.

Guardiola’s strategy remains straightforward: to win. “I felt from what happened in the past with the way we were playing against Liverpool I said ‘Either we win, win, win or it will be over’. I had the feeling to beat Arsenal is so difficult because they make very good things in all departments and are difficult to beat so if we have the chance for it to depend on us we have to use it,” he elaborated.

As the drama unfolds at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, both teams have more than just points at stake. For Spurs, it’s about vindicating their season’s efforts and proving their mettle on Europe’s grand stage. For City, it’s about continuing their dominance in the Premier League and capturing another title. With so much on the line, this encounter promises to be a defining moment in the Premier League’s storied history.

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