SPURS CHAT PODCAST: Talking Tottenham and "Angeball!" Wth Australian Sports Journalist Vince Rugari

[@the_watcher_collects_comic1450]

Wow - what a great guest. Just ordered the book. Maybe the best interview on the channel so far. Talked a lot of sense! Fans must trust and not just sack at every bad turn. I have faith that Ange’s ethos is bery much the same as the history of the club - play football, ride the bad waves but in the end glory doesnt come easy and rewards will come. So many people BEGGED for a attacking manager, now we have one they want to sack him. Keep the faith!! Thanks Chris! COYS

[@ozzymick1431]

Do a search of "Vince Rugari" and you'll find interviews of Vince before and during Ange's appointment at Celtic.

[@xbom-matt-fk7es]

Great book, yeah Vince did some great interviews with Celtic podcasts, well worth looking up

[@midorimueller1401]

As a Fan watching from Australia, I have to say that I have never seen a "television" fanbase where many individuals are so totally unstable and unhinged when a result is anything but a win! I truly wonder just how many of these "know-alls" have ever played any really competitive football and yet they have all the answers at the ready. Initially I was excited when Ange took on the job at Tottenham but after a season I do start to tire of the moaning and groaning of these so-called television fans. For me the turning point came when they actually cheered on an opponent because they did not want to see Arsenal to take out the premiership. I mean we all understand rivalry but come on this is beyond normal and fair. I guess we have to see how this season pans out. Whatever happens Ange will not lose his dignity because of a relatively small rowdy bunch of punters.

[@sma5605]

100% Spurs online fanbase is a sh-tshow. They’re hypercritical and entitled. And despite Arsenal being their bitter rivals they put Arteta on a pedestal - Constantly referencing his tactics and traits that are different to Ange. Yet they always fail to mention the fact that Arsenal finished 8th in his first two seasons.

[@Dmanz67]

I totally agree, he should move on.

[@StevieZF]

Excellent work lads.

[@akumaschannel8507]

Thanks Chris. Awesome content as always

[@ytacc8610]

Great interview! Thank you!

[@Gin-oh-laa]

Great podcast and insights into Ange. Surely every Spurs fan needs to get behind Ange if there not already! COYS!!!

[@stewartgem3205]

It’s amazing what’s unfolded since this interview. Such prophetic words from Vince

[@stephensmith4240]

Great interview Chris. COYSX!

[@Tom-cw]

Great guest Chris! Us aussies know how big some of Anges achievements in Asia were, Brisbane roar was in crises before he turned them into the greatest ever A-league team

[@kenoath5717]

Great interview Chris! I just hope our fellow Spurs fans have a little patience!

[@mikenayler5281]

Spurs fans are1 of the reasons that Tottenham aren’t successful. If anyone thinks you can get success by changing your manager or players after every bad run, then they are mistaken. A lot of the best managers in the world didn’t start off well, i.e. Ferguson and Wenger, Arteta even. The most important thing is developing a team spirit and mentality and a style of play. Chopping and changing and critiscising the moment things go wrong will not help. The word support, means to lift up your team…..some of the fan base do the opposite.

[@peterkehagias]

Spot on in every word we have a very fickle fanbase

[@dannydowdeswell246]

Some of them have never achieved anything, have never been asked their opinion about anything , have the iq of a sock and aren't embarrassed about demanding that other men achieve something to vicariously fill their one dimensional existence. CRY MORE 😂😂😂

[@twosheds2030]

Absolutely spot on. It’s idiotic to think you can create a top team in one season. It takes 3-5 seasons minimum and involves a lot of hard work, a long of pain and a lot of ups and downs. But most of all it takes time and lots of strategy and effort. That’s what the journeys of Arteta, Klopp and others have been about. That’s what Ange’s journey is about and he ALWAYS succeeds if people stay the course

[@peterkehagias]

@@twosheds2030 I'll tell you this one of the most fickle fanbase all after a quick fix they hound a manager out because he doesn't win averting in their first year lol lol lol so so sad

[@glennmaillard5972]

Spot on.

[@nevillemignot1681]

Thanks and cheers Chris, great stuff and a really interesting guest!!

[@waggafletcher]

Ange means a lot to football fans in Oz. The day Ange was appointed Celtic boss marked a turning point for the world game in Australia. Spurs are next level. Our media landscape is dominated by two other sports. Big up to Vince for flying the football flag in the face of a hostile media environment.

[@danturner4608]

Great interview

[@kimchi_b]

Fantastic interview. To dare is to do, back Ange Levy! COYS

[@Ivilus]

Great chat, you looked reinvigorated Chris, I thought we were starting to lose you to the darkside. We need to hold the line and see this project through and hopefully some rewards.

[@ChubbBates-mh5xp]

I have never wavered in my total support of Ange.We’re lucky to have him.

[@Krzyshtoph]

I remember the day Celtic signed Ange. I don't know what happened, but something clicked/switched on in my head. (I'm an aussie if that wasn't already clear enough) As soon as i found out. I became completely obsessed with Celtic. Everyday, absorbing news, on youtube channels watching the story unfold. And as Ange signed for Tottenham, i was initially upset. As i was used to him at Celtic and i felt he had unfinished business in the CL. And i am over the moon how Celtic have their first big win in the CL in ages. Just as Ange predicted, you get yourself back to that level, and you build a foundation and each year you improve. And now he's at Tottenham and I'm here for the ride. Everyday.

[@David54321]

Finally some rally terrific content. Sick of the whiners and so called armchair experts, who fundamentally no shit. Well done Chris, my favourite podcaster by a country mile. Big up to u.

[@jaymac6831]

Granted, results and the performance against Cov wasn't great but Ange is a visionary, a team builder and his brief is to rebuild the team from scratch. Unfortunately this takes time and is a process and there will be bumps in the road. Ange is looking at things long term but at the same time wanting to compete and win now.

[@Dmanz67]

Do you not realise Ange DGAF about the league cup early rounds? What is wrong with Spurs fans?!

[@Krzyshtoph]

Very enjoyable interview.

[@seanlynch1185]

At last some positivity on the channel

[@dionysus1016]

As an Aussie, I'm beginning to understand the immense pressure the English Cricket side plays under, especially in winning at all costs. It's too much either way. The losses are not as bad, and the wins are not as good as everyone makes out. It's a journey with its ups and downs. I get Vince, yes, Spursy, get behind your gaffer through thick and thin. Don't be reactive; be passionate but not abusive. Look at Johnson, a great project; last two games, two vital goals. A diamond in the rough.

[@AurelioCruzJr]

Great interview. Bought the book.

[@mikenayler5281]

Tottenham fans are really unrealistic. It takes time and several transfer windows. The first team is definitely playing better football now….everyone should be able to see that. Improvements need to be in taking the chances and this will come with confidence, which is why the Spurs fans need to support the players. This system will always leave Tottenham open in defence, but if we were scoring more consistently then that wouldn’t be such a problem.

[@spurs6661]

@@mikenayler5281 How did the last transfer window go?

[@davidmcgeoch9387]

I think this system will tighten up as the players become more used to playing it and it becomes automatic. There is also a reason we play in the other team’s half. It means eventually we will concede less shots, while the opposition concedes plenty. ⚪️👍

[@sevineptune438]

Possession comes from overloading midfield, high line exposes cbs, unprotected cbs and flanks and a team which has no movement to counteract a low block Ange was clueless for Celtic in Europe - no idea v quality coaches Rugari is a fanboy and since first 10 games in epl ange has been totally found out Just go for it mate 😂 that’s extent of their knowledge

[@narcotect]

Agree this will be 4 year rebuild

[@elastotec173]

@@sevineptune438 I guess the quality of the Celtic players vs the quality of the players at the teams they played had nothing to do with the results. Of course a better manager would have been able to get Celtic to beat Real Madrid in spite of the massive difference in player salaries/value.

[@christopherflyger2284]

I don't believe Europe has seen Ange-ball in full flight yet. Watching on with popcorn. 🍿

[@jeremycameron1931]

Ordered book. Great post

[@freeconvention]

I enjoyed that podcast very much. A reminder to all fans, we need to be patient .the football is exciting (yesterdays game in particular) there are going to be glips along the way especially when we are missing certain personnel but I'm prepared to give Ange 2 more transfer windows to see what squad we have at that juncture .lets not forget City could be out of the picture and we need to be in a position to capitalise these next 2 seasons

[@spurs752]

Sooner or later you have to pin your faith on one manager and give him a proper chance to succeed otherwise it is just going to be a revolving door of dubious characters. After our last two debacles I am more than happy to give Ange a proper shot. He has a very promising squad of players to get the best out of and the potential for something good is certainly there. I would definitely give him the chance to fulfil its potential.

[@mikenayler5281]

Ange couldn’t believe the Fans mentality when we would rather lose to City than beat them and stop Arsenal winning the league, and I totally agree with Ange. Going into any match and not giving 100% is disgraceful and then to complain when we lose another match that they want us to win. I want to win every match and expect 100% every time, no matter the opponent. I know we won’t of course but as long as I see the players putting it in for the badge, then that is all anyone should expect.

[@lionheart4552]

If we had beaten City It would have meant nothing to us but our biggest rivals would have won the league. The fact that you or Ange Postecoglou cannot understand the fans point of view speaks more volumes.

[@glennmaillard5972]

@@lionheart4552I understand the attitude of winners and losers, mate. And I see the loser attitude in a lot of Spurs comments. Some Spurs fans just don’t see capable of seeing the obvious. Success is built over time. Always. Rather than worrying about Ange’s short tenure so far, carefully study the history of Spurs since you last won a trophy.

[@lushenmoodley3017]

@@lionheart4552The fact that you local fans live vicariously through your rivals speaks volumes too…They live rent free in all your heads! So Spursy!

[@IT-li3ul]

did you give mourinho time ?? a PROVEN WINNER ....for some reason a portion of fans see Ange as a GOD ,,he's just another manager who wants to attack attack attack ,, that's clueless to me ,, and i know pep praised him ,, but he praises every bloody manger ,,, i see nothing in ange to show me that he's tactical able to change a game ..or even sign great players !!....solanke ??🤦🏻‍♂️.....nah ,i've had enough of ange ,,, "i won't change mate" ...he can't even deal with the media !! ...he thinks he's a great manager !!..

[@lionheart4552]

@@lushenmoodley3017 You clearly know absolutely nothing about football rivalry, the north London derby. Both teams going at It for 137 years ! Then you have the audacity to stick your oar In. LMAO "Speaks volumes" ?You haven't a *@#% clue .

[@Dmanz67]

I honestly think Ange should move on when the first big offer comes in. The way the Spurs fans are behaving defies logic.

[@williamwebb5955]

English football fans tend to be very narrow minded, especially if someone does something different, he has changed the club not just on the field also behind the scenes , if spurs get rid of him Man united will come looking for him

[@spurs6661]

How has he changed the club behind the scenes?

[@deandrury4330]

@@spurs6661is that a serious question

[@mikenayler5281]

Buying a star player for a huge fee on large wages rarely works out well in the long term for a club, which is why financially Tottenham are in a good place and not being in trouble with fair play rules like City and Chelsea.

[@spurs6661]

Na, it never works Man City, Arsenal or Liverpool does it…. 🙄

[@ChunKiatPeh]

Bought the book as soon as it was available. I enjoyed reading it, and I can appreciate more on what Ange is trying to achieve with Spurs. I am looking forward to part two of the interview. Cheers and COYS..

[@ozzymick1431]

@@ChunKiatPeh Hi, lu si hokkien nang mah?

[@ozzymick1431]

Love Vince, and you, Chris! Any plans to produce an audio book for visually impaired people like me, Vince? All the best, and good health to both of you, and Ange ❤❤❤

[@alifrench1963]

Its available on Audible.

[@ozzymick1431]

@@alifrench1963:The whole book?

[@kevinferguson530]

Those who have been following Ange have full confidence it what he is doing at Spurs. I have been critical of those so called Spurs fans who started to call for Ange to be sacked after the Arsenal game and then the pundits piled on. To me if you are a true supporter of any team you stick by your team in the good and bad times. What got me was the team hadn’t played badly until the Coventry match, so why did things turn so toxic so quickly. In true Ange fashion, he has stood fast and told it as it is. I honestly question whether some Spurs channels are truely for Spurs fans or just out to generate clicks.

[@stevepollard2169]

I never listen to full interviews but this was different.

[@waggafletcher]

The football media in Australia is very, very different to the UK. Football writers, broadcasters and pundits are generally held in high regard by fans of all stripes. Vice Rugari, Simon Hill, Michael Lynch, Andy Harper, Les Murray (vale), Mike Cokerill (vale) among many others. Even Big Ange covered the game in print and broadcast media in between jobs. We are in a constant struggle against the evil forces of a sport that seemingly has no 'rules'.

[@ozzymick1431]

Sport seemingly with no rules? Aussie Rules? Haha, looks like it, harder, tougher game to succeed in than 10 soccer matches rolled into one, mate. GO LIONS!!!

[@waggafletcher]

​@@ozzymick1431 AFL is a game played in one country. And one country only.

[@ozzymick1431]

@@waggafletcher So? We don't care. It doesn't make soccer any better. You're welcome to enjoy your football, and I'll enjoy mine. GO LIONS!

[@np8101]

@@ozzymick1431 No, it is a primitive, low skill game, with an insular, parochial support base. Backpacking in my younger days, talking football with international backpackers overseas, you would be embarrassed by these AFL bores who were like Jehovahs Witnesses banging on about their boring little game.

[@ozzymick1431]

@np8101 : Bottom line is, people are entitled to have and share their opinions. You've got yours and I've got mine. GO THE LIONS!!!🏉🏆

[@okusawa212]

At Celtic Vince is known as Nostradamus; every call he made how Ange would go in Scotland was on the money.

[@user-wg5sp6ei7l]

Vince dropping into the Spurs punditry landscape of mostly insufferable, narrow minded, opinionated morons led by The Last Word on Spurs and The View From the Lane is a bit like Einstein dropping into a primary school maths class. A well researched, calming, sensible voice cutting through the ignorant rage-bait bullshit of tropes and agendas recycled from X formerly known as Twitter. Almost finished the book and really enjoyed it. Couldn't be any more behind Ange and the team.

[@Shadowfire-n9f]

Big Ange will win things with Spurs, if the fans let him but I would imagine the fans will destroy the dream eventually.

[@psbarrow]

LOL, time stamps say "How would you describe Pochettino?" and "Will Pochettino be successful...?". Freudian slips?

[@theconversation.]

Chris Cowlin Questions premeditated with a negative spin on them. About time he throw away his notes and connect to the communication of his guests in the present moment.

[@ChrisCowlin]

@theconversation. This interview was about Vince's book, and I read out a number of quotes from the publication - I do a lot of research before sitting in front of a screen and hitting record, I don't just press record and start thinking of things to say... I thought it was a very positive interview and everyone else has taken it that way. There have been a lot of negative comments about Ange of late and we spoke about that. If you didn't like the interview or the way I conduct myself or prepare for such shows, apologies, perhaps this isn't the channel for you, in life you can't please everyone. Have a good weekend. #COYS

[@tonyivey5399]

Ange should have employed an ex Spurs player in Teddy Sheringham or Kean on the coaching staff😊

[@granty1954]

Like Ryan Mason?

[@IT-li3ul]

mason is a tool

[@Splinter1952]

3-5-2 = ANGEBALL ...🤞

[@tzetv]

FFS…..

[@spurs6661]

Can someone please tell me what Angeball is?

[@granty1954]

Buy the book 😂

[@spurs6661]

@@granty1954 Leave that to 🤡 like you 🤣

[@spurs6661]

@@granty1954 I’ll leave that to 🤡 like you

[@glennmaillard5972]

Ange doesn’t call it Angeball. Maybe ask the next person who uses the term what they think it is. The book, I imagine, could just be seen as Ange’s football journey. Angeball a Life, not Angeball a strategy.

[@Splinter1952]

Watch the first 10 games of 23/24 season,it will give you a hint.

[@peterfraser1134]

mapin prasai.....what a dunce.....comes from manchester

[@drewbadenoch7411]

I live in Australia and have no idea who this bloke is. I better pay attention to Aus media 😅

[@the_watcher_collects_comic1450]

He writes for the Age in Victoria - and sydney morning herald in NSW

[@SteveMalcolm0]

Are you kidding? Do you watch football on TV?

[@drewbadenoch7411]

Not from Victoria, so I don’t know what the age is. And no I don’t watch any Australian TV

[@cravenmoorecock5267]

🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@billchang3010]

Don't you read the Aussie newspapers especially the Sports pages like SMH, dope!

[@aaronblundell1724]

This bloke is proving all those people that say "aussies don't know football" right.

[@twosheds2030]

@@aaronblundell1724 by being a serial winner everywhere he goes?

[@aaronblundell1724]

@twosheds2030 it's so difficult to be a winner at celtic, I don't think I could name 1 manager, oh, hold on a min

[@twosheds2030]

@@aaronblundell1724 Ange’s comment “…there were always ratbags on there…” about social media reminded me of “commentators” like you

[@cravenmoorecock5267]

If you’re an Englishman, what sport do you know anything about??? 🎪🎪🎪🎪🎪🎪🎪

[@elastotec173]

​@@aaronblundell1724 Completely biased comment without any context - Ange came to Celtic when they had finished 25 points behind Rangers and Rangers were Europa League finalists. In one season he reversed that and spent -$11 million rebuilding the team ( yes that's a minus sign - Celtic received more for the players they sold than the cost of the players Ange brought in). Very few managers could have done that.

[@denisewilson9783]

Chris you created and enabled some of that toxicity on your channel so take your smug condescending attitude and cut it out. It was displayed somewhat in this interview. Eluding to Ange’s interviews as if he’s rude to journalists. British journalists attack everyone especially their own. Vince made it clear stupid questions are cut down, not tolerated. Ange draws fire away from each and every one of his players, you’ll find those journalists who have fired those attack questions are now the people he doesn’t respect. You came up with all those poor stats and led the ‘is he the right man for the job’ call. It was a poor showing. You clearly only care about winning. You didn’t like the summer signings. You don’t like him playing the high line. You didn’t share any of the positives from this season or last. Look for negativity and you’ll find it. You did exactly that. Be honest and own your contribution to the nasty rhetoric. I unsubscribed because the nasty comments became too much and I think you’re talking out of both sides of your mouth. Correction to your statement ‘you occasionally support Ange’ You hide behind ‘a lot of spurs fans don’t like ….’ In my view you’re a hypocrite if you rejoice in wins from now on. The win over Coventry escalated to a vitriol attack with calls for his firing yet the win over Man U was a roses and champagne response. Not exactly supportive behaviour or sticking while a rebuild occurred. Those opposing reactions to winning support my theory that you talk out of both sides of your mouth. Now you’ve read Vince’s book you feel better about Ange. Boo hoo.

[@MathewBall]

​I am frustrated with Ange, all he needs to do at times is tweak the system/tactics! All great teams have a solid, sturdy defence and backbone, and we don't. Ange's stubbornness will cost him if he doesn't address that and sign quality experienced signings! I can't see how Ange can seriously survive with only signing untested, unproven youngsters who could well not make it. There are no signs they will make it. It's all down to let's just hope for the best! If Ange can solve these issues and tweak things he could be successful at Spurs, but if not, he's gone! I feel that Ange is out of his depth! Ange should stay at least until the end of this season. That will depend on whether Ange doesn't go on a big losing and drawing spree.

[@ozzymick1431]

And if he wins every game this season and Man U come calling, will you beg him to stay? You have to take the bad with the good sunshine.

[@IT-li3ul]

i think there is a BIG LOSS from a top team coming ,,, and that'll be the end of ange

[@camtinley]

This comment didn't age well.