December 6th 2024.
Ange Postecoglou, the manager of Tottenham Hotspur, is facing a rough patch in his tenure with the club. According to Jamie O'Hara, if the team doesn't improve and secure a spot in the top 10 of the Premier League by Christmas, Postecoglou might be sacked. This news comes after Tottenham's 1-0 loss to Bournemouth, making it their sixth defeat of the season and leaving them with only one win in their last six games across all competitions. While their victory against Manchester City was impressive, their current form is a major cause for concern.
O'Hara, a former Tottenham midfielder, expressed his admiration for Postecoglou and the style of football he plays. However, he believes that the manager's reliance on set-pieces and playing out from the back is becoming predictable and ineffective. O'Hara also pointed out that the club's chairman, Daniel Levy, is not one to tolerate such performances. He believes that if Spurs are still in 10th place or worse by Christmas, Postecoglou will likely be let go. The former midfielder stressed that this cannot continue and that the players need to step up as well.
Postecoglou himself seemed to acknowledge the pressure he is under, with a strange exchange with the team's fans after their loss to Bournemouth. He admitted that the fans have every right to be disappointed and that he received some "direct feedback" from them. The manager also acknowledged that the upcoming games will be crucial for the team to turn their season around.
One factor that has not been in Postecoglou's favor is the string of injuries that have hit the team's key players. With several players out and others suspended, the manager has had to make do with a depleted squad. Tottenham is facing a hectic schedule, with five games before Christmas, including a tough match against Chelsea on Sunday.
It's clear that the pressure is mounting for Postecoglou and the team as they aim to improve their league position and secure a spot in European competitions. Only time will tell if they can turn their season around and avoid the manager's potential sacking.
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