In a scathing assessment, former Tottenham Hotspur player Jamie O’Hara has advised Ange Postecoglou to come to terms with the fact that Spurs are a step above Celtic and face tougher competition.
The team suffered a crushing 4-0 defeat against Newcastle United over the weekend, a result that highlighted the flaws in Postecoglou’s unwavering tactical approach. Despite Newcastle posing a significant threat, the manager stuck to his guns, leading to a barrage of 18 shots on goal against Tottenham.
O’Hara expressed frustration at Postecoglou’s reluctance to adapt to the circumstances and adjust his strategy accordingly, emphasizing the stark difference in quality between the Scottish and English leagues.
“It’s becoming increasingly frustrating,” O’Hara remarked on talkSPORT’s GameDay Phone-in. “Ange seems to think he’s still in Scotland. But the reality is, you’re not in Celtic anymore, Ange. You’re facing formidable opponents here.”
The defeat not only dropped Tottenham from fourth to fifth in the Premier League but also highlighted their defensive vulnerabilities, with 49 goals conceded in 32 games – a whopping 25 more than their North London rivals Arsenal.
