Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou has delivered a defiant and explosive message to his critics, insisting he will not waver from his footballing philosophy despite a recent slump in form.
The Australian manager's passionate defence came during a tense pre-match press conference ahead of Spurs' crucial Premier League clash against Nottingham Forest. Visibly irritated by what he termed 'outside noise', Postecoglou made it clear he has zero interest in altering the attacking principles that defined his successful start in North London.
'The Foundation is There' - Postecoglou's Defiant Message
"I'm not going to change," Postecoglou stated emphatically. "The football we've played in the first 10 games is the football we're going to play for the rest of the year and beyond. That's what we're going to be."
He acknowledged the team's recent struggles but framed them as part of a larger building process rather than a crisis. "We've had some decent results, we've had some results which have meant we haven't kept up with the top ones, but the foundation is there."
Dismissing the 'Outside Noise'
The manager's frustration was palpable as he addressed media criticism and external opinions about his team's performance. "What people say externally, whether it's positive or negative, means zero to me... I don't need a crisis to be focused."
He particularly bristled at suggestions that Tottenham's style was too naive or needed fundamental changes, seeing such criticism as a lack of understanding of his long-term project.
Injury Crisis and Squad Challenges
Postecoglou also addressed the significant injury problems that have hampered his squad, including the absence of key players like James Maddison and Micky van de Ven. Despite these setbacks, he remained adamant that the solution wasn't to abandon his philosophy but to work harder within it.
The manager's comments set the stage for a crucial period at Tottenham, with the team needing results to maintain their push for European qualification while staying true to their manager's vision.
