Ange Postecoglou’s Tottenham tenure is under immense scrutiny after Sunday’s chaotic 4-3 defeat to Chelsea, a match that started with promise but ended in shambles.
Facing Rangers at Ibrox in the Europa League may seem daunting, but it’s a test the fiery Australian welcomes.
The Spurs side that dismantled Manchester City 4-0 not long ago needs to resurface if they are to navigate a treacherous stretch. After Rangers, Tottenham face bottom club Southampton, Manchester United in a Carabao Cup quarter-final, and league leaders Liverpool.
A clean sweep of defeats could accelerate Postecoglou’s odds of becoming the next Premier League manager sacked, a grim possibility given Spurs’ track record of 13 managerial changes in 23 years.
The core issue lies beyond the dugout. Like his predecessors Pochettino, Mourinho, and Conte, Postecoglou hasn’t received full transfer backing.
Promising young players like Archie Gray and Lucas Bergvall show potential, but the squad lacks experienced reinforcements to cope with mounting injuries.
If Tottenham can cut out the glaring errors—like the reckless penalties against Chelsea—and channel their best form, they could reclaim momentum.
Betting odds favor Spurs at 21/10 to beat Rangers, with Dominic Solanke tipped to score. However, consistency is the true wager for fans crossing fingers for the “good Spurs” to show up.
Meanwhile, Manchester United continues its reset under Ruben Amorim but is expected to manage a Europa League win over Viktoria Plzen. Elsewhere, Chelsea and the Los Angeles Rams also look poised for key victories in their respective campaigns.
The clock is ticking for Postecoglou and Tottenham, but a few strong performances could transform the narrative. Spurs’ trip to Ibrox might just be the proving ground he needs.