Ange Postecoglou: Spurs boss talks to Gary Lineker | Football Focus

[@LukeVexT]

As a Villa fan, on a human level - This guy is probably the most likeable manager I've ever seen in the premier league. His speech regarding Richarlison's mental health was touching and just seems like an all round top guy. Wish him all the best in his career, preferably not at the expense of Villa's league position though!

[@seemourbutts6679]

He basically said it was a load of nonsense and he needs to man up and I’m so here for it lol

[@Butterratbee]

@@seemourbutts6679good job not listening to what he actually said

[@seemourbutts6679]

@@Butterratbee he said that everyone has problems in life.. which is exactly true and he didn’t use any bullshit mental health buzzwords

[@treeboi5546]

​@@seemourbutts6679 yes, he did say that, but he didn't say it to say that richarlison's mental health struggles were, and i quote, "a load of nonsense" nor did he say richarlison "needs to man up". his point was that everyone has problems; footballers included. he harped on about how both the general public and footballers themselves fall into the trap of believing they're immune to such issues just because they're good at football or because they have a lot of money, thus leading to footballers not seeking help for problems in their life as themselves and the people around them simply don't believe it. it was clearly a message of support, i don't know how you've managed to spin that into a diss at richarlison but regardless your gold medal for mental gymnastics will be in the mail soon

[@RustediMac]

@@treeboi5546 Some people pretend to read between the lines and pick only the ones they want to hear. Ange's famously championed player mental health and it'd make absolutely no sense for him to say anything remotely close to "man up" on such an issue.

[@lau3503]

Love this guy. Wouldnt be mad at all if he takes spurs to a cup. What a personality and work ethic.

[@uncletom06]

Is the EPL trophy a cup? ;)

[@lau3503]

@@uncletom06 rather they won it than City again! Everyone other than a City fan would surely agree the PL is boring when the same team wins every year 😂

[@mellowfellow4956]

He isn’t here just to take us to a cup mate. He’s here to win it all 1:59

[@lau3503]

@@mellowfellow4956 so was every other manager but I think hes got more chance than the rest, for sure. Also think letting Kane go might be the best thing Spurs have done for a long time. Other than recruiting Ange😊

[@jackanory-balamory]

Whilst it would be nice to win a trophy, I'm just so glad that we're playing attacking football again. That was always what drew me to the TV with spurs. Whether it was Defoe and Keane or Lennon and Bale, berbatov, kane. We always had good attacking players and made good use of them. The last few years since poch left have been painful to watch at times but I really like ange, both as a manager and a person. He's always open and honest and seems like he has a real passion for the game. Even if we don't win a trophy I think I'll still be happy if we have a good highlight reel to look back on. COYS

[@np8101]

Interesting how many opposition supporters like Ange. It was conspicuous in Scotland the respect and generosity he showed towards opposition players and especially managers, and was widely well regarded as a result. He sees players, managers and supporters of all clubs as part of a football brotherhood who share a love of the game, they are never people to hate.

[@ThePantheons]

And sisterhood 🤜🤛

[@COOLARUL]

One example is when Celtic played Hearts, at the end of the match he took time out after the match to chat to fellow Aussie Cam Devlin. Asked how he was going and encouraging him to work hard. Cam Devlin made the Aust world cup 2022 squad.

[@ianmontgomery7534]

We have similar thing happening in Australian rules football (AFL). Collingwood is the team everyone likes to hate but due to their coach and how he has moulded his side then everyone seems to respect them (but still don;t want them to win). His name is Craig McRae and he is very similar to Ange in his media presence.

[@davidbutler1622]

Except Arsenal fans, he thinks they’re a bunch of wankers

[@ZENbulldozer]

​@ianmontgomery7534 what?

[@robsimpson4465]

The PR team at Spurs need a raise. They're doing everything they can to share Ange with the world, and it's great to see both Ange and the club get so much exposure.

[@shottskies]

No. Ange is doing this all on his own accord. This is a personal pr campaign. Make no mistake

[@henrymcvey6538]

Celtic did the spade work mate. We gave him the chance to prove himself. It was easy then for Spurs to steal him risk free . Still pisses me off he left us.

[@EliJoyce-d6i]

@@shottskiesthe media wants to talk to him, he’s an interesting dude that people have enjoyed hearing. he’s not begging for an interview

[@rickmccann1018]

The PR team needs a raise wait and see when you open Big Ange to the world 🌍 Big jobs WILL come his way. I think 🤔 he'll be Man City next Manager

[@michaelburzala3011]

It’s just his ora, was the same up north mate 🍀

[@MrPerlew]

Ange makes people want to cheer for Spurs. It does not matter if they win a trophy this season, Ange has already made such a big impact on spurs.

[@glorioustrump245]

lol HOW

[@kraxmalism]

absolutely right. i am usually irritated by TH, but this season i find myself rescheduling my stuff to be able to watch this interesting team. truly exciting

[@Charles-qn1bt]

@@glorioustrump245 I'm an Aussie (AFL fan) who has never stuck with any English club. My earliest memories are sitting up late with my dad to watch the Spurs win 2 FA Cup finals with Glen Hoddle, Ricky Villa and Ossie Ardiles... I loved watching the Liverpool highlights throughout the 80's with Dalglish, Souness, Hansen, Whelan, Rush, Barnes, Beardsley, Grobelaar and Aussie winger, Craig Johnston. Always hated Man United and barracked against them. Quite liked Arsenal when Arsene Wenger took over and had success with Henry, Bergkamp, Vieira, Overmars, Ljungberg, Petit, Cole, Campbell, Adams and Seaman. A good mate of mine that I worked with loved the Gooners, so I kind of followed them half-heartedly and vicariously though him. Briefly followed Leeds Utd when they made their Champions League run through to the semis with Aussies, Harry Kewell and Mark Viduka. But like I said already, I've never really felt strongly attached to any EPL club. However, Ange joining the Spurs as their manager has made this a no-brainer for me. I'm coming "home"... I've decided to barrack for the club who first captured my interest way back in 1981. I always had something of a soft spot for Spurs, with players like Gascoigne, Lineker, Waddle, Les Ferdinand, Des Walker, Klinsmann, Sheringham, Anderton, Keane, Defoe, Bale... But their matches were rarely screened here: it was always Man U, Liverpool, Arsenal and Chelsea. But now that Ange is making history as the first Aussie manager in the Premier League and has vowed to get them playing attacking football, I am happy to jump on board and watch all their games. Count me in! It only took me 40+ years to settle on a English club, but here I am. Finally! 🙂 COYS

[@glorioustrump245]

@@Charles-qn1bt he hasnt made a huge impact as he said though

[@petermills542]

Ange has NOT said anything such thing !! 😂 But your name suggests you're comfortable with making things up !!

[@niteshpoonia6454]

As a gunner, i absolutely love Ange for his honesty towards his work. Much deserved manager for Spurs. I wish him good luck.

[@1sean]

🤝🏻

[@MyJj34]

Not too much luck tho mate😂

[@pullv5227]

​@MyJj34 haha made me chuckle and I'm spurs

[@darkstar913]

Thanks mate! 😂

[@aimanecherragui2820]

I can't get enough of big Ange interviews ... Music to the ears! Leadership lessons for free. Proper man humble, knows what he wants and both feet on the ground.

[@almorgan68]

The fans and levy have to give ange time to really turn things around

[@kushra]

Hit the nail on the head there mate. Leadership lessons for free. COYG still hope we win tomorrow but most excited to tune in to watch this man’s football

[@Ratman90]

Im an aussie that loves Ange and have followed his career. But the man ain't humble! He truly believes he is best. Nothing wrong with that cos he is a ridiculously good manager. He's down to earth, but humble aint one

[@KO_infamous]

Both feet on the ground? Nah mate, he IS the ground.

[@moonmc1047]

I'm a Celtic fans and feeling sad that he left us. In that 2 years @ Celtic he brought a lot of happy faces around the club with his entertaining style of football and success.

[@peterlpool1387]

I remember when he went to Celtic and no one knew him. It was a big step but he brought success. What is great about him is that he’s down to earth and is like a mate who you could talk about football all day. Also Ange is a great motivator as a manager and that translates to players.

[@johnrichmond.4783]

...but...but...but, you've got Rodgers back! ;)

[@gingerindian1141]

@@johnrichmond.4783 and these rape crimes to pay off too.

[@fraserwhyte9694]

@@johnrichmond.4783 Personally im not the biggest BR fan, im a Celtic fan, his record here speaks for itself and we will just leave it at that.

[@chrishalious8194]

@@johnrichmond.4783 Rodgers is not a shadow of Ange

[@martinstubbs7974]

I'm a Celtic fan and he gave us two great years!! Absolutely top bloke and I wish him and spurs every success!!

[@braddbradd5671]

Its so heart warming to see how many Celtic fans still follow Ange even after hes left .I dont think iv ever seen that before

[@jimbowen423]

Yeah, love big Ange. I now look out for the spurs results each week. Mon the hoops 🍀

[@Grumpybhoy39]

Same here! Celtic fan now following Spurs results because of Big Ange! 👏🏻

[@martinstubbs7974]

Love the guy. So much humility and integrity!!

[@iclark2400]

Leadership lessons for free, what’s not to love about big Ange. Doing both Spurs and Australia proud!

[@tomcollins6989]

He’s sooo genuine. When he’s honest enough to tell the guy in front of him he was at his unhappiest when doing his job… you just have to admire his honesty.

[@GamerFrisco]

Well Gary never was a manager so I'm sure he doesn't care.

[@jackd8094]

I’m a Liverpool fan, there’s something special about this guy, he speaks with a certain confidence of who he is, and he’s already stamped his identity and ideas on the club, reminds me of Klopp in the early days, and hard times will come but I reckon if he sticks with them and the fans stick with him he’ll bring them a lot of success, such a likeable man. It’s a good time for Spurs fans right now

[@mexrider1]

​@WetLettuce-kc2qmWas a Liverpool fan... Does days have long gone

[@mexrider1]

@WetLettuce-kc2qm Nope.. That's over mate.

[@DarrenBates]

I'd love him to be Liverpool manager one day. Really seems to embody the club's ethos.

[@mexrider1]

@@DarrenBates never going to happen. Ever.

[@egoist_chan]

@@mexrider1 never expected to see liverpool owners on youtube lol

[@winickp]

"welcome home mate". Pure class this guy.

[@SuperMojoRisin]

I think that has gone unnoticed

[@thecanberean]

How can you watch that and not have a huge smile on your face. Ange. What a legend.

[@pky844]

You can see Ange lights up when he gets to talk football with real football people. And, yes, leadership lessons for free, from such an insightful and inspirational leader across any sporting code or business.

[@Creativemnds]

He's excellent on the mic. Honest, articulated, well thought out responses. Facinating manager and an asset to the premier league

[@jackson857]

Top man. We're all very proud of him back home.

[@stevenhamilton6845]

As a Rangers fan I can say he's one Celtic manager that I find it impossible to dislike.. gentleman that speaks with honesty. Refreshing! If Levy doesn't give him the funds to add more quality to the squad then I don't think any manager will deliver trophies.

[@BeatPoet67]

Levy has told him exactly what the resources are and Ange has accepted that. He relishes being an underdog and finding players who suit his style and who are not established mega stars. His recruitment at Celtic was fantastic. He looks for value and younger players he can mould - not guys at the top end of the market.

[@stevenhamilton6845]

@@BeatPoet67 he's at a different level now and competing with clubs at a similar and bigger budget. His transfer strategy at Celtic and at Spurs will be completely different. He's not competing with 1 club in Rangers he's competing on a whole new level here

[@BeatPoet67]

@@stevenhamilton6845 Ofc. But the principle remains the same. Find good, young, hungry players who fit the system. Brennan from Forest is ideal for them. And relatively cheap for EPL standards. Maddison £45m. Again, good value in this market. The point he stresses most is fit.

[@stevenhamilton6845]

@BeatPoet67 to win trophies... to compete with the best which is City and Liverpool you need quality aswell. Quality more than likely costs money as is proven in the success of clubs with trophies

[@gordion1]

As a Rangers fan it is easy for you to like others and vice versa when you realise Rangers are an institution and not merely a football club.

[@stephenjlewis1976]

I love Greece and the Greek people. I love Australia and the Aussies. I've been a fan of Spurs for almost 40 years.... this is like all my Christmases coming at once. What a man. ❤

[@alexrenn2479]

Ange embodies the best characteristics of both Greeks and Aussies. A typical Greek Australian; attitude, demeanour and even his Melbourne accent.

[@Mspeg1967]

Total Melbournian.

[@chriskolovos6143]

Thanks for your kind words Stephen

[@AbsAli02]

One of the most genuine and humble guys. From he’s interviews, press conferences too his speeches to the players. Honestly it sometimes brings tears to my eyes. 💚❤️

[@Lupi33z]

he has a massive ego. I don't begrudge him of that however don't mistake platitudes for humility.

[@Ratman90]

@@Lupi33z Exactly, I'm aussie and love Ange. He is down to earth but humble he ain't. He has a chip on his shoulder and has a massive ego. This has helped him throughout most (but not all) of his career.

[@ΚωνσταντίνοςΠ-γ9κ]

AEK Athens fan here . Love this guy 💛🖤

[@antoniosvorrias9100]

In case u didn’t know, Ange interviewed for the aek manager role, but was edged out by another candidate, and then landed the Celtic job!

[@GrantoBhoy]

One of the best Celtic managers in my lifetime, and a man who left a profound impact in the east end of glasgow, not just because of the football, but because he understood our club, it’s story, and our story as fans. His story has many parallels to that of our grandparents and great grandparents, and what led to the birth of Glasgow Celtic. He and his community and club in Melbourne have and still do fiercely hold onto their Greek roots, in the same way our community do our Irish. Glasgow Celtic, created by immigrants.

[@coveredindie]

class comment m8

[@jjd1799]

Fair play to you mate. Love from a spurs fan. Thank you for the gift that is ange. Ill always followed Celtic anyways aside from the Prem. My grandparents was Irish Catholics. So its was kinda political to support the Celts 😂 ☘️… Much love bro

[@rodbrown8306]

That's a brilliant piece mate, I'm English/Australian being outnumbered by Eastern Muslims lol! True!

[@richardvivian3665]

Very true!

[@CraigWeir-q5v]

Absolute nonsense . You haven't ever had a protestant member on your board and sing about the IRA and bombing of the UK at every single match . You set off fireworks when the queen passed and only club in Britain who doesn't wear a poppy on your shirts on remembrance weekend . The ''irish''' as you say couldnt care less about Celtic . Stop trying to get love from strangers which is your inferiority complex which is why you want to ''make friends'' with other football teams for some warped reason . Tell the truth . Your club has covered up child abuse for decades and is now , finally , offering its vicTIMS compensation for the heinous crimes your club hid for decades . Also , tell the truth about the IRA songs , the songs about bombing the uk and how you HATE the country you live in .

[@heyzeusband]

Been a spurs fan since I was a kid. I absolutely loved the Poch era. Loved Poch himself, and the kind of football we played. Also, what a team we had in the early Poch reign! Thought it would take a long time to ever see that kind of vibe and team thriving again. It may still take a long time. However, Ange seems a top bloke and I'm loving the attacking football; the players do look happy. You cannot be at your best if you're not happy. Keep up the good work Ange. James Maddison has also been a game changer. COYS

[@SirJayUK]

Gooner here. Ange seems genuinely a great guy to work for. I love his energy and smile. Good luck to Spurs and Ange!

[@M4NA5]

Ange has that Bear energy - cute and cuddly yet deadly. Great manager and person.

[@truebeliever4488]

Kung-Fu Panda

[@simonsez2891]

​@truebeliever4488 haha nailed it ❤

[@geoffjende36]

Kung-Fu Koala!

[@runninwithskiza8708]

Ange is a gem! As an aussie and a Brisbane Roar fan, the love and admiration I have for this man is colossal. But as an Arsenal fan this leaves me so conflicted!! lol Show 'em what you got mate.

[@raykwon7]

I’m a Gooner but I find Ange impossible not to like. Very confusing!😂

[@aloshyreji4313]

exactly the same emotions here

[@joebhoyy]

this was how many R*ngers fans felt too 😂🍀

[@djpaullawrence9993]

It will all fall in place. Just a reminder, VAR. The Ref and Arteta are all part of the game.

[@orbun3431]

Its the accent mate.

[@tinytechs482]

I'm a Spurs fan mate and I be honest last year i was insanely jealous of what was happening next door a young manager that loves the club, young players (good signings) great style of play under Arteta. He was given time, AND funds, and it is paying off. But with Ange and how he has brough playing in AND playing folk in the right position (see Bissouma) we look transformed. I am excited about Saturday afternoons again in a way i wasn't under Jose or especially Conte. Looking forward to tomorrows game mate, you ALWAYS have the advantage at your place. But it could well be a classic

[@kujo1978lol]

Most likable manager ever, and he went to a club I support!

[@phumzileqwaqwa7392]

I am a Chelsea fan but I really hope this guy wins a trophy with Tottenham. There's an air of hard work, humility, and sheer genuineness about him. & I really don't feel he's "too late" to succeed in Europe. He's 58 and there are many older coaches across Europe so he probably has +15 years at the top. Good luck to Tottenham!

[@seantuohy3100]

I've watched a few of his interviews and the thing that jumps out in the comments is the respect and even affection from RANGERS fans!

[@pbmatty272]

Hands down, Ange is THE signing of the season.

[@oranmcbride2151]

As a Celtic fan I cannot express how much I miss this guy. Such a well spoken man with a fantastic attitude towards the game. Hope he proves all the doubters wrong, best of luck to spurs, you've got a gem.

[@saborivaille1258]

At least you got to have him. There’s club kicking themselves for brushing him because he’s Australian

[@Awoken85]

As a Rangers fan, I can honeslty say.....this guy oozes pure class. Yeah, he turned my team over numerous times, but you just knew he was always destined for something bigger than Scotland. He will win Spurs a trophy 100%. Best of luck, Ange 🤝🏻

[@brucescammells2817]

After watching Ange here with Brisbane Roar and then following Celtic and seeing the same rollercoaster ride it was always great to read some Rangers comments that appreciated the football and Ange's love of the game and not the dislike of the opposition. Same again at Spurs it seems. Best Cheers mate, it's funny how I'm now watching Spurs and still enjoying the SPL rivalry. PS. Was still biased towards Celtic until reading your comment.

[@EVOLLOVEx]

Celtic fan here. This man is in my opinion one of the best out there at building teams up. He come to Celtic when we needed that reset and he done so good and made us unstoppable again. He’s a great manager and has the potential to be one of the best.

[@rowly1985]

I feel like this guy's the real deal for tottenham. I can't imagine a single player in their dressing room not wanting to run through brick walls for him

[@nobeansnoparty]

As a Celtic fan I love him still. Amazing 2 years, the football was exciting and the place was buzzing. All the best Big Man 🇦🇺🍀

[@Claudefather]

Honestly I could listen to the man for hours, so honest and charismatic we don't get to see this from managers I hope he does well but tbh wherever he goes going forward I'll always keep an eye on him for interviews

[@theviewer9305]

Every single word he says is just so genuine, straight from the heart. Love it.

[@jaymo288]

When he talks he sounds so inspiring. Can only imagine what effect that has on the players. My god we’re very lucky to have him.

[@vankuipland]

Today was the first time I heard this man and what an impressive human being , respectful , intelligent , funny ( the Australian way ) and a love for the job he is doing and if you love your job ……….that’s right.

[@chrismiddleton9088]

As an Aussie I was stoked when he got the Tottenham job but disappointed at the same time because I had become a Celtic fan. I am sure I am not alone in that regard. I have followed his career with interest and success has come with every move. There is little doubt that there will be a surge in the number of Aussie Tottenham members.

[@GamerFrisco]

Cringe.

[@bh2861]

As an aussie, stop trying to claim credit because you share the same citizenship at ange

[@chrismiddleton9088]

@@bh2861 Get real - exactly what credit am I claiming? I am a Melbourne Victory supporter and Ange was our Manager for a while. Everywhere that Ange has gone there have been doubters and he has proved those wrong on each and every occasion. I can predict that Kevin Muscat will be the next Aussie manager going places.

[@hectorsmith6680]

...thanks Gary for having him at BBC sports...as the guy is undeniably the Best currently Manager worldwide...a true Legend...and as CELTIC 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿 supporter since 1966 and no matter if I am not British, I am wishing from the bottom of my heart a great career to Spurs for this Man...the Greatest of all...Ange Postecoglou...

[@jjonesmdm9736]

I don't think I've ever come across another manager that I've wanted to succeed more than Ange. A genuine bloke with a big love of the game and it's so great to see. And his recent interview over Richarlison just makes you love him even more. He's waited for this opportunity all his career and as soon as he gets there, he loses his biggest key player within a couple of days and yet Spurs have had their best top flight start in 60 odd years. What a bloke, come on Ange!

[@Positive-Sparks_2k]

Ange Postecoglou is the perfect man for the job, considering his inspirational story, the obstacles he has overcome, and his admirable respect for his father. COYS!

[@Guney1886]

so was Poch, Jose and Conte according to spurs fans. But they all failed to do anything note worthy at Spurs.

[@richarda3514]

​@@Guney1886exactly

[@waggafletcher]

He transformed the J-League, Guvnor. And he's opened the doors for Australian managers around the world. Enjoy the Angeball buzz, mate!

[@garethrobertson20]

As a rangers fan boy am I glad he left Scotland. Genuinely a top top manager. Wish him all the best

[@robinlabouche2230]

Liverpool fan here from Australia and I am soooo proud of Ange !!!!!

[@rrickey360]

Having coffee in oakleigh in Melbourne big ang was walking bye called him over stayed talked football just a really friendly guy.

[@MarekUtd]

I've been a fan since he was manager at Brisbane Roar in Australia. I still have the photo I took with him at the parade when we celebrated winning the league. We went 36 games undefeated. Never been done before or since in Australia. He really is a top manager.

[@iangrubb6470]

Impossible to hate him. Brought a whole new attitude to the team. Speaks positively and that's translating onto the players. Big tests ahead but he's faced them all his career.

[@tomtomtombossa]

Very hard not to like this man. Such a gentle and respectable presence about him

[@nicholasenix2454]

He is a breath of fresh air to Tottenham. Mourinho and Conte were always blaming and Ange always takes responsibility. It’ll be interesting to see how he is during tough times at Tottenham

[@ollyod2]

Just shows how bad those two were - conte didn’t once accept accountability for the performances.

[@mwsaab9]

A rare find. Great manager - as a Liverpool fan i genuinely wish him all the best.

[@robinho1978.]

You’s have got a belter too but, aye Ange is class

[@foybhoy9698]

He will be Liverpool manager one day… watch this space!!!

[@backonceagainitstherenegad9786]

That 'welcome home' to Gary right at the start. Love it

[@F0XB0P]

Ange is a breath of fresh air in football management. Doesn't spout nonsense terms, tells it how it is, gets the players playing for their team, fans and one another. A Great man. As a Celtic fan I'm sorry to see him go but will follow his career with great affection for him.

[@joelclose5711]

Absolutely love Big Ange - he’s so real and I love his mentality, how down to earth he is and his style of play. He seems like the sort of Manager I’d run through a wall for

[@82vm]

This man is such a different leader. A good bloke who talks about emotions and isn't afraid to show them. Wears them on his sleeve. Good guys can be leaders. Love you Ange! Wish you the best! 😁🦘

[@Bekzhanay]

2 spurs heroes talking to each other, you love to see it

[@Dlj71]

This guy is just what Tottenham need - very assertive & professional in his opinion & belief in where this once great club should be going. Top guy mate👊

[@TanCoyer]

never loved a manager more than i do Ange! perfect fit for spurs, hes a special guy! the real special one! we've got our tottenham back and we're all onboard! players and fans alike!

[@Shamusving]

Being Aussie, it's so good to see one of us make a name for themselves and put Australia on the map of football. this last 12 months has been big for Australia and football, the world cup, Ange, A few players being spotted. I really hope this opens Europe up to looking further down south to us and give some of the talent down here a go.

[@absolutespoon2074]

Being an Aussie, I love Ange but I hate Tottenham. And it’s doing my head in that Ange is slowly reversing my dislike of them

[@corysims]

As an Arsenal fan; Its hard not to like this man, he’s seems like a genuine kind human, who loves the game and challenge. He’s a very bright light at troubled club. I wish him luck.

[@scottfearon193]

This man Ange will bring trophies to Spurs great manager sorely missed 🍀

[@geoffhart7159]

Such a great person, comes over so well, if there was any manager that can get us success its got to be Ange. I was lucky enough to see us win the double back in the 60's and he has the making of another Bill Nicholson. Good luck to big Ange.

[@petergeorge811]

What an incredible human being. He is loved because we all see him for who and what he is. He talks inclusively for the love of the game. He is Spurs manager, but the whole game benefits. As a Gooner I should be miffed. I'm not. He's good, a top bloke and Spurs will win trophies playing great football. NLD last w/e was a cracking match. Spurs are good again. Ange is the reason why. They are still our rival. But Ange changes that by bringing a respect to Spurs that never existed before! Weird really.

[@georgea8298]

I have followed Ange since his playing days at South Melbourne. I'm so proud of him and his achievements. Like him a long time Liverpool fan but mixed feelings before our game this weekend.

[@colinturner4158]

A absolute breath of fresh air to spurs and the premiership

[@SuperMillwall]

He comes across incredibly well, he’s very likeable. Atm he seems like a great fit for Spurs. It’s not always about getting the greatest managers/players but it’s about getting the right ones.

[@Mike-gn4un]

Aussie Man U fan here and I love big Ange, he’s virtually impossible not to like and admire. A great human being and an underrated manger. Well done Spurs on trusting him with the position of manager. Whatever happens he will give it his all, and already Spurs are playing a great brand of football, and it’s already obvious the players will run through brick walls for him ! Well done Ange and well done Spurs !

[@jeffcurran9448]

What a Top Manager as well as a top person!! Come on You Spurs!!

[@antonymcshane7872]

As a Celtic fan I absolutely love this guy and he’s truly something special 🍀 I hope he wins something for spurs as your a great club who deserve a trophy 🏆 enjoy Ange while you have him

[@kobigrewal1]

Liverpool fan here, Brit living’ in Aus, was hoping a few more years at Celtic for Ange and then taking over at LFC when Klopp moves on. But this has worked out well… now Ange will have some premier league experience when he joins the reds in the future 👍🏼

[@thecompletesingingcourse-vk4rg]

Aussie lifetime Man City fan here sorry but I want him to come to City next

[@keithryan3528]

If he is a Success at Spurs he will not be leaving Tottenham Hotspur for any club in England, No League titles in 63 years and still average more then leverpool.

[@tommccrisken5319]

As a celtic supporter and a Liverpool fan , I was hoping that would happen as well .

[@leroyoneill1929]

Ange is a different gravy. He changed my club and he has changed Spurs. I love him and always will for what he did for us. ❤

[@MaxPulse1]

Maaate! Gotta love Ange. As a Wolves man in OZ, I wished him every success at Celtic, but now....Still glad he is showing how good we can be.

[@corvus2512]

Okay… I love this guy! I get the same vibe from him as I did when Klopp came to Liverpool. I hope Spurs really build something under this guy, I’d love to see him lift a trophy with Spurs

[@ZepplinOnFire]

Can't get enough of Ange and these interviews. Beautiful mind.

[@abhishek_886]

What a guy Big Ange is, really make me feel so connected with whatever he speaks

[@SuperR160]

Absolute legend already. Seems a great guy... Breath of fresh air, just what the Premier league needed. Early days, but Spurs look the real deal!!

[@aryamanmani4025]

Ange the best manager we've had since Poch, he could quickly surpass what Poch did for us because what he offers us spans far beyond just football. He's the perfect Spurs manager and I hope he'll build something special, similar to what Klopp and Arteta have done at their respective clubs. Glad Levy finally got it right.

[@almorgan68]

We fans have to realise it may take ange a couple of seasons and the right players to make things good again let's hope levy don't sack him after 1 season if we don't get top 4

[@muhamadhelmi197]

Its only 5 games mate 😂

[@elastotec173]

@@Stand663 nonsense

[@aryamanmani4025]

@@almorgan68 From everything we've heard out of Levy he's very much in it for a long term.

[@aryamanmani4025]

@@muhamadhelmi197 He's done alot more in 5 games then Nuno, Jose and Conte did in 4 years.

[@alangranville-yb6np]

I'm no fan of Linekar but he's a damn good interviewer and he brought out the charm and friendliness in Ange's good old Aussie personality. Ten out often Mate

[@dorianmatei7558]

Liverpool fan here…love this guy,even after this 2-1 defeat against them..top top human being..seems like he’s the same as a manager..

[@tycannah4271]

Great interview with new insights into the man and his management style that have yet to be heard in the 1001 other interviews he has somehow given.

[@fullmingo2564]

This is a man that I would want to follow to hell and back. He is open, he is likable, he is humble and knows what is ahead of him. He will revolutionize the Prem whether people know it or not

[@interstellar1962]

There's a longer 21min version on Iplayer for UK folks. 👍

[@JG-jc8dm]

thank you!

[@MaharionPendragon]

Is it behind paywall?

[@JG-jc8dm]

@@MaharionPendragon No it is free but you'll need to be in the UK (or fool your browser into thinking you are in the UK).

[@MaharionPendragon]

@@JG-jc8dm oh man!

[@eclectica1]

​@@MaharionPendragonVPN is your friend if you haven't checked it out yet.

[@agmedia1993]

So Humble & Honest Guy . you can't hate him . Even I'm chelsea fan

[@obiwan3889]

He’s a gem and he said it himself he was found late, a man I have nothing but good words for and I wish every success, he brought my team out of a massive low into success with a market that’s made us millions with more to follow, I dislike Tottenham but I love ange, a strange dichotomy

[@Bennythejet93]

You just can’t help but like and respect this man

[@Mgm349]

Football has been the cornerstone of all our lives for so long. The past 20 years that has drifted. Money has absorbed all our “passion”. I support Celtic so of course I love ange. Him speaking, and his motivation on players, I hope continues to correct the cancer that we have.

[@brucescammells2817]

Yes, I followed Ange to Celtic after his time here with Brisbane Roar. It was a great two seasons and a joy to follow Celtic from afar. I recall someone asked Ange how he got the players on board and he said, something like, "I tell them when you arrive at training you came past the bus stop and those people maybe fans are going to work at a job they have to do so as to feed their families and you're getting paid to come here and do something you love, play football, don't let me hear you complaining" Could go on, but I appreciate following Celtic still. Best Cheers

[@kevinbonquyquy1047]

You gotta appreciate his honesty and transparency regarding player relationships. Emotions play a big role when it comes to decision making and to reduce that factor in favor of the club is mature and respectable.

[@alextaggy123]

Proud to have such a manager at the club. What an incredible ambassador to both Greece and Australia. What a man

[@lvthud]

Life long Spurs fan, honestly, when I heard that Ange had got the job, my first reaction was "F**king Levy!", then one of my employees (big Celtic fan)came up to me and let me know we had stolen the best manager nobody had heard off and he wasn't happy about it. It's amazing how quickly he has turned a toxic dressing room into a team that is having fun.

[@Orlandojusticenomaga]

Great interview and the right person in Gary Linker doing the interview. Well done …..COYS

[@bbillyddave]

I love how Australians no matter how high you are always call everyone mate 😂

[@ianhandley4116]

It saves time having to remember peoples names

[@whakjob]

Brighton Fan here, but loved the little snippets of Ange, Now I see his interview and he says his Dad's and his boyhood football team is AEK, how defeated us in our first European game. how things tend to relate in football.

[@anthonymontalto4116]

I watch Ange more than I watch premier league. One of a kind man.

[@petermurphy75able]

What a genuinely nice man he seems. I think spurs have got a good manager here.

[@JF-oz3mv]

Well done Ange and Gary great interview.

[@jamesmck1902]

Big Ange is the man love listening to him speak hope he does really good in England

[@Costa88]

AEK Athens beat Brighton 3-2 two days ago in the europa league

[@MaharionPendragon]

Yes, very very surprised! I thought Brighton would be invincible. I am following deZerbi career

[@Jbkeditz]

@@MaharionPendragon not a surprising result. I thought AEK will go to the South Coast and get a point against Brighton but 40% of mind said AEK will beat Brighton. I think we will go through to the Premlinary Round or Round of 16 of the Europa League

[@MaharionPendragon]

@@Jbkeditz Really? Why are you not surprised? Brighton plays amazing football. I didn't expect AEK to be that good

[@Jbkeditz]

@@MaharionPendragon Naw, Listen, AEK was coming to the South Coast to surprise Brighton, came to the game not to sit deep, but hit Brighton on the counter attack, score some set pieces. They are in good form, yes ik Brighton humbled United badly but I had a weird feeling AEK was gonna a point but kinda was expecting them to get three points but wasn't expecting to score more than 1 (maybe two depending if they score a set piece goal)

[@adambartlett6277]

He talks so well. Even as a Chelsea fan I'm glad Tottenham have given him a chance in the Premier league. He absolutely deserves it

[@nickstones5583]

We have to get behind this guy through thick and thin, its not always gonna be pretty and we are going to lose games but come on this man is going to take us places.!!!