Tottenham Hotspur boss Ange Postecoglou has discovered himself beneath growing scrutiny following his aspect’s 2-2 draw with Wolverhampton Wanderers on Sunday.
The consequence noticed Spurs set an undesirable Premier League document, having fallen behind in 15 dwelling video games in 2024 – essentially the most by any staff in a single calendar 12 months.
Wolves took an early lead on the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium, and though the hosts went into the break with a 2-1 benefit, the guests struck late to earn a share of the factors.
Spurs have now conceded 12 objectives of their final 4 matches throughout all competitions and have managed simply two clear sheets of their earlier 16 outings.
Postecoglou’s current type has been a trigger for concern, with Tottenham profitable simply three of their final 13 video games, shedding six and drawing 4. Whereas the Australian supervisor has contended with an damage disaster, his staff’s tactical rigidity has proved pricey, resulting in questions over his future on the membership.
The upcoming fixtures don’t present a lot respite for Postecoglou, as Spurs face a frightening schedule together with matches in opposition to Newcastle United, Arsenal, Everton, Brentford, and two clashes with Liverpool by early February.
With key defensive gamers similar to Cristian Romero, Micky van de Ven, Ben Davies, and Future Udogie all sidelined, the supervisor’s dedication to his distinctive taking part in model could proceed to undermine Tottenham’s outcomes.
Reinforcements within the January switch window may present Postecoglou with the mandatory instruments to raised implement his philosophy, however it stays to be seen whether or not the membership’s hierarchy will entrust him with additional squad funding. As Spurs attempt to keep away from a bottom-half end within the Premier League, the stress on the 59-year-old to show issues round is mounting.