Ange Postecoglou’s second season in charge of Tottenham Hotspur is rapidly turning into one of the club’s most disappointing campaigns in recent memory.
Spurs’ record-breaking losses
A 4–2 defeat to Wolves in their latest Premier League outing marked their 17th league loss of the season — their highest tally in a single league campaign since 2003–04.
That result has dragged Spurs down to 15th in the table, far from the European spots they had aimed for at the start of the season.
Comparison with Pochettino’s era
What’s more concerning is the damning comparison with Mauricio Pochettino’s tenure. Under the Argentine, Tottenham were a consistent top-four contender and even reached a Champions League final.
In three of his seasons — 2015–16, 2016–17, and 2017–18 — Pochettino’s Spurs lost just 16 league games combined. In stark contrast, Postecoglou has now surpassed that figure in a single season, underlining the club’s alarming decline. (football.london)
During Pochettino’s five-year reign, Tottenham were known for their exciting football, high pressing, and a core of talented young players. The likes of Harry Kane, Dele Alli, and Son Heung-min flourished, and the team regularly competed at the top end of the table. Despite the lack of silverware, those seasons represented a high point in modern Spurs history.
Europa League Tottenham’s last hope
Postecoglou, on the other hand, has struggled to steady the ship. Injuries have played a role, but with most of the key squad members now fit, there are fewer excuses for the dip in form. His tactical approach has come under scrutiny, and the pressure is mounting. A poor domestic run has left Europa League success as the only realistic avenue for redemption.
A 1–1 home draw against Frankfurt in the quarter-final first leg was underwhelming, and with the return leg looming, pressure is mounting on Postecoglou to deliver.
Another setback in Europe could push the club’s leadership to consider a managerial change. For Postecoglou, the next few weeks could define his Tottenham future.
