Ange Postecoglou has become Tottenham's savior, ending their 17-year trophy drought with a Europa League final win. Spurs beat Manchester United 1-0 on Wednesday night thanks to Brennan Johnson's goal.
To celebrate this massive achievement, Postecoglou's former club South Melbourne shared an incredible blast from the past. They posted vintage footage of a young Ange that has fans doing double-takes.
The video shows an almost unrecognizable Postecoglou with a full head of hair, sporting a memorable mustache and slim build. Several fans even joked about his resemblance to pop icon George Michael!
From Player to Trophy-Winning Manager
Before becoming the tactical mastermind we know today, Postecoglou was an attack-minded full-back at South Melbourne. His playing career included two National Soccer League titles, with him lifting the trophy as captain in 1991.
Unfortunately, a knee injury forced him to retire at just 27. This early setback pushed him toward coaching, where he's found remarkable success.
His first managerial role came at South Melbourne in 1996. There, he immediately broke their seven-year trophy drought – something that might sound familiar to Spurs fans!
Since then, Postecoglou has been a serial winner. He's collected trophies with Australia's youth teams, Brisbane Roar, the Australian national team, Yokohama F.Marinos, and Celtic.
What's Next for Spurs Under Ange?
Despite sitting 17th in the Premier League, Tottenham's Europa League triumph changes everything. The victory guarantees Champions League football next season, which will be huge for attracting top talent this summer.
When asked if he planned to leave on this high note, Postecoglou was clear: "No. I don't feel like I've completed the job yet. We're still building."
For betting enthusiasts, this European success could signal a Spurs resurgence next season. The combination of Champions League football and Postecoglou's proven ability to build winning teams makes Tottenham an interesting prospect for next season's futures markets.
Postecoglou's commitment to building a team "that can be successful for four, five, six years" suggests this Europa League victory might just be the beginning. With some experienced additions to his young squad, Spurs could become serious contenders across multiple competitions.
The transformation from that mustachioed defender in the 1980s to trophy-winning Premier League manager has been remarkable. But for Tottenham fans, the most exciting transformation might be the one that's still unfolding at their club.
