Why Ange Postecoglou could be set for a third season as Tottenham manager
Ange Postecoglou is under fire. He’s feeling the heat. The media have been relentless in their criticism of the Spurs boss in recent weeks, and given Tottenham’s form, it’s easy to see why. But despite the pressure, the Australian could still get a third season in charge. Here’s why.
Ange Postecoglou is under pressure, and understandably so. Tottenham Hotspur are enduring a torrid campaign, their worst since the 2003/04 season.
The Lilywhites have slumped to 15 Premier League defeats in just 29 games. They sit 14th in the table, 10 points adrift of 10th place and a staggering 15 points off the Champions League spots.
| Position | Team | Played | Won | Drawn | Lost | For | Against | Diff | Points |
| 12 |  Crystal Palace |
28 | 10 | 9 | 9 | 36 | 33 | 3 | 39 |
| 13 |  Manchester United |
29 | 10 | 7 | 12 | 37 | 40 | -3 | 37 |
| 14 |  Tottenham |
29 | 10 | 4 | 15 | 55 | 43 | 12 | 34 |
| 15 |  Everton |
29 | 7 | 13 | 9 | 32 | 36 | -4 | 34 |
| 16 |  West Ham |
29 | 9 | 7 | 13 | 33 | 49 | -16 | 34 |
It’s a position that, in the past, has spelt the end for managers at the club. Harry Redknapp was sacked despite finishing fourth, and Mauricio Pochettino was shown the door when Spurs were 14th after just 12 games.
Yet Postecoglou remains, and, against all odds, he could even be given another season.
Why Tottenham have not sacked Ange Postecoglou
To understand why Ange hasn’t been sacked, context is key. His biggest saving grace? The brutal injury crisis that ravaged Spurs earlier this season.
