Ange Postecoglou was called a clown by the English media this week. For the Aussie's final trick: he just delivered a European trophy to Tottenham.
In just ninety minutes, Ange Postecoglou has gone from zero to hero at Tottenham Hotspur. After a frankly woeful season, Ange has lifted the Europa League trophy, and Spurs are European champions.
The former Celtic boss was brought in with a huge task on his hands. In his first season, he did an adequate job, but it would have been an impressive job if he qualified for the Champions League.
In his second season, though, Ange was less impressive, yet still delivered what matters most to Tottenham fans: Champions League football.
Sure, the route was unorthodox. Spurs were close to the Premier League relegation zone, but a Europa League win will see them qualify for the Champions League next season. The destination is all that matters in this regard, not the journey.
They called him a clown but Postecoglou just made Tottenham history
All that being said, Ange Postecoglou really did live up to his "clown" tag by going about this in the most humorous way. This is the worst Spurs team we've seen in some time, but they're European champions, and that's all that matters.
Those who don't keep up with the English media's usual antics of hounding players and managers might not understand the "clown" references throughout. However, Ange was called a clown before the match, and he responded to the media hounding.
What's most important for Spurs fans is that he responded on the sidelines, too. Now, Spurs fans can enjoy the best night in a lot of people's lives. Through all the years of pain and torment, Ange delivering the Europa League tonight has made it all worthwhile.
It remains to be seen what happens with Ange Postecoglou's future now that Spurs are European champions. Sure, the feeling was "win or lose, Ange is out" but nobody could have predicted the emotions to be this high.
Anyway, now isn't the time to make predictions about Ange's future. Enjoy the circus show!