Ange Postecoglou is surprised to see criticism over his 'always win things in second year' comment after derby defeat.
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Postecoglou's comment drew criticismAustralian claimed he said the truthSpurs went down 1-0 in North London derbyFollow GOAL's official WhatsApp channel!Join nowWHAT HAPPENED?
Postecoglou's Tottenham Hotspur are off to a disappointing start in the 2024/25 campaign having secured just four points from as many games in the Premier League. Last Sunday, Spurs suffered a 1-0 defeat against arch-rivals Arsenal in the North London derby which sent the club down to the 13th position on the league table.
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After the derby loss, the Australian manager told Sky Sports, "I'll correct myself – I don't usually win things, I always win things in my second year. Nothing's changed." The remark has not gone down well with the fanbase who criticised the coach for the arrogant comment right after a defeat at the hands of their fierce rivals.
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On Tuesday, while addressing the media in a pre-match press conference, the Spurs boss defended his remark as he said, "It's amazing, isn't it? I just stated a fact. Am I supposed to just lie or just say it never happened? But do you really think it's me sort of boasting? It's just confusing to me that people are making a big deal out of something. I'm not sure how I'm supposed to answer something that is true. I've just said something that's true, and it seems like it's upset a lot of people for some reason."
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The Lilywhites will now aim to get back to winning ways as they take on Championship side Coventry City in round three of the EFL Cup on Wednesday.