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Tottenham Faces Europa League Semi-Final as Postecoglou's Tenure Hangs by a Thread

After equaling their worst-ever Premier League defeat record, Spurs look to European success to salvage a dismal season and secure Champions League qualification.

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Europa League glory can’t save Ange Postecoglou.
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Overview

  • Tottenham has suffered 19 Premier League losses this season, matching the club's all-time record for most defeats in a single campaign.
  • Manager Ange Postecoglou is under immense pressure, with widespread speculation that he will be dismissed regardless of Europa League outcomes.
  • Spurs face Norwegian side Bodo/Glimt in the first leg of the Europa League semi-final, with a potential final in Bilbao offering a route to their first trophy since 2008.
  • Postecoglou has prioritized European fixtures, resting key players in league matches, a strategy criticized for exacerbating their domestic struggles.
  • The club's cultural reset, aimed at restoring professionalism and playing standards, has been overshadowed by poor league performances and questions over player motivation.