Ange Postecoglou backs Tottenham to avoid Premier League relegation
Former manager Ange Postecoglou has backed Tottenham to avoid relegation from the Premier League following a disastrous 3-0 home defeat against Nottingham Forest.
The heavy Sunday loss leaves the struggling north London side languishing just a single point above the drop zone as domestic football pauses for the international break.
Interim head coach Igor Tudor has failed to establish consistency since replacing Thomas Frank last month, sparking rumours that his tenure may already be drawing to a close.
An uncomfortable watch for former boss
Speaking to Australian radio station SEN 1116, Postecoglou admitted that witnessing the current plight of his old employers has been incredibly difficult.
“To watch them struggle has not been easy and it’s not the way I thought it would go. They’re in a hell of a fight, relegation is massive for any club but for Tottenham, it’s a pretty big deal.”
The Australian tactician believes the dressing room still retains enough talent to survive the drop, but stressed that they desperately need a circuit-breaker to shift their momentum.
He acknowledged the surreal nature of the weekend’s fixture, which pitted two teams he managed within the last calendar year against one another.
“I tuned in and I watched. It was an uncomfortable watch, I didn’t enjoy it that’s for sure.”
Daunting run-in threatens survival hopes
With only seven fixtures remaining to secure their top-flight status, the capital club faces an intimidating schedule upon their return to action.
Despite briefly lifting spirits with a resilient draw against Liverpool and a shock victory over Atletico Madrid, the team must now navigate a treacherous path to safety.
Their concluding matches feature encounters with several sides chasing European qualification alongside a crucial basement battle.
- Demanding clashes against European hopefuls Brighton, Aston Villa, Chelsea and Everton.
- A pivotal relegation six-pointer at home against fellow strugglers Leeds United.
