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‘To dare is to do’ We are forever connected, says Postecoglou after Tottenham sacking

coaches who never once doubted we could do something special. “We are forever connected. Audere est Facere (to dare is to do).” Tottenham’s own statement read: “Following a review of performances and after significant reflection, the Club can announce that Ange Postecoglou has been relieved of his duties. “We are extremely grateful to Ange for his commitment and contribution during his two years at the Club. “Ange will always be remembered as only the third manager in our history to deliver a European trophy, alongside legendary figures Bill Nicholson and Keith Burkinshaw. “However, the Board has unanimously concluded that it is in the best interests of the Club for a change to take place.” – The Independent

BY ALEX PATTLE

ANGE POSTECOGLOU has said he and Tottenham fans will “forever” be “con nected”, after the club sacked him as coach yesterday. In May, Postecoglou guided Spurs to the Europa League trophy – their first silverware in 17 years – but also their worst-ever Premier League finish, as Tottenham ended up 17th. The north London side lost 22 out of 38 League games amid that campaign, which

years of hard work, dedication and unwavering belief in a dream. “There were many challenges to overcome and plenty of noise that comes with trying to accomplish what many said was not possible. “We have also laid foundations that mean this club should not have to wait 17 more years for their next success. “I have enormous faith in this group of players and know there is much more potential and growth in them. “I sincerely want to thank those who are the lifeblood of the club, the supporters. “I know there were some difficult times but I always felt that they wanted me to succeed and that gave me all the motivation I needed to push on. “It’s important to acknowledge the hard working people at Spurs who gave me encouragement on a daily basis. “And finally, I want to thank those who were with me every day for the last two years. “A fantastic group of young men who are now legends of this football club and the brilliant

also saw them exit the FA Cup to Aston Villa in January and suffer a thrashing by Liverpool in the Carabao Cup semifinals four days earlier. Postecoglou, who joined Tottenham from Celtic in 2023, vowed: “I always win things in my second year.” And he did, but his stint at Tottenham has come to an end at the culmination of that second year, regardless. “When I reflect on my time as manager of Tottenham, my overriding emotion is one of pride,” said the Australian, 59, in a statement via his agency CAA Base. “The opportunity to lead one of England’s historic football clubs and bring back the glory it deserves will live with me for a lifetime. “Sharing that

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Italy thrashed by Norway, Belgium held ITALY crashed to a 3-0 loss away to Norway as the four-time champions made a disastrous start to their 2026 World Cup qualifying campaign yester day, while Belgium had to settle for a draw in North Macedonia.

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North Macedonia. Maxim De Cuyper gave Belgium the lead after Romelu Lukaku’s shot was blocked but former Leeds man Ezgjan Alioski volleyed in the equaliser with four minutes to play in Skopje. North Macedonia are unbeaten through three matches but trail Wales, who top the pile on seven points follow ing a 3-0 home win over Liechtenstein. Joe Rodon, Harry Wilson and Kieffer Moore struck in Cardiff to keep Wales unbeaten since the appointment last year of Craig Bellamy, whose side head to Brussels next week. “We could have made it a lot more (goals), and we’d like to make it a lot more,” Bellamy told BBC Wales . “I’m looking forward to Monday (against Belgium).” Czech Republic are the pacesetters in the section with three wins from three after a 2-0 victory at home to Montenegro. Adam Hlozek and Patrik Schick got the goals for the hosts. The 12 group winners qualify auto matically for next year’s expanded 48 team tournament, while the runners-up head into the play-offs which will decide the final four qualifiers from Europe. – AFP

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Alexander Sorloth, Antonio Nusa and Erling Haaland all scored in the first half in pouring rain in Oslo as Norway made it a night to forget for Italy, who missed out on the last two World Cups. “I have no explanation. Our support ers don’t deserve this kind of match. We need to do some soul-searching. It’s unacceptable,” Italy captain and goal keeper Gianluigi Donnarumma told Rai Sport . Italy are playing catch-up with Norway, the Group I leaders with a maximum nine points after wins over Moldova and Israel in March when the Azzurri were still involved in the Nations League. Israel are second on six points after a 3-1 win over Estonia in Tallinn, where Norway will head for their next game tomorrow. Italy return home to face Moldova in Reggio Emilia in their sec ond game. Belgium kicked off their qualifying bid in Group J with a 1-1 draw against

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