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      Son Heung-min suffers freak injury during Tottenham’s Europa League final celebrations after being hit in head by TROPHY

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      SON HEUNG-MIN has left Bilbao with a painful reminder of Tottenham’s wild celebrations. The South Korean forward, 32, came off the bench during Spurs’ historic 1-0 win over Manchester United on Wednesday.Son Heung-Min has finally got his hands on a trophy at SpursCredit: GettyThe South Korean suffered some battle scars during the celebrationsCredit: Instagram / spursofficialThe 32-year-old hit himself in the forehead with the Europa League trophyCredit: Instagram / spursofficialSon was left with a red mark following the unfortunate accidentCredit: Instagram / spursofficialSon joined his teammates to celebrate on the field at the San Mames Stadium after the full-time whistle. But he walked away with a swollen forehead after being whacked by the Europa League trophy. In the carnage of the celebrations, a dazed Son was seen holding his hair back to reveal a red mark. In a video shared by Spurs’ X account, Son shouted: “Look at this!READ MORE ON FOOTBALL”I lift [the trophy] – somebody pushed me, and I [hit my] head with the trophy!”One fan laughed in response: “To be fair he’s never held a trophy before.”Another said: “Summaries this season perfectly, we even get injuried when lifting the trophy.”While a third joked: “That’s peak Spurs energy even when they win, chaos tags along!”Most read in FootballBEST ONLINE CASINOS – TOP SITES IN THE UKAnd a fourth added: “I love this guy so much. Son was overlooked for a winners’ medal after an embarrassing mix-up by Uefa.Inside Tottenham’s wild dressing room and team bus celebrations after winning Europa LeagueThe forward – alongside Cristian Romero and Rodrigo Bentancur -missed out as they were at the back of the line and the medals ran out. But the South Korean was far from bothered and later received his gong in the dressing room. He told TNT Sports: “Let’s say I’m a legend. Why not?”Only [for] today! 17 years nobody has done it, so today let’s say with amazing players probably a legend of the club.”This is what I’ve always dreamed for. Today is the day it happened. I am the happiest man in the world.” More

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      ‘Like something out of The Office’ say fans after awkward Europa League final moment between Rio Ferdinand & Gareth Bale

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      RIO FERDINAND and Gareth Bale had very different reactions to Brennan Johnson’s winning goal in the Europa League final.Ferdinand, 46, and Bale, 35, were on punditry duties for TNT Sports as Tottenham beat Manchester United 1-0 in Bilbao.Rio Ferdinand looked distraught after Brennan Johnson’s goalCredit: X @footballontntGareth Bale, meanwhile, was thrilled to see Spurs go 1-0 upCredit: X @footballontntBoth former superstars were filmed as the action unfolded at San Mames.In footage posted by TNT Sports, Ferdinand could be seen looking crestfallen following Johnson’s scrappy goal.The former Man Utd centre-back said: “It’s a Brennan Johnson chance… oh no.”With Spurs fans celebrating in the background, Ferdinand’s face fell.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLThe camera then zoomed beyond Ferdinand to show Bale’s jubilant response.Bale, who played 237 times for Spurs across two spells, beamed giddily as he clapped Johnson’s goal.Fans loved the brilliant contrast between the two reactions.One wrote on X: “It’s honestly like something out of The Office the way the camera zooms in on Bale after catching Rio looking crestfallen.”Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSWhile a second joked: “Seeing Ferdinand like this is beautiful.”A third claimed: “Best thing ive seen all season.”Tottenham Players leave team hotel after Europa League triumph over Man UnitedAnd another added: “Pause everything—Rio and Bale’s goal reaction is comedy gold!”After the game, Bale took a cheeky shot at Man Utd after Tottenham posted a picture of their trophy lift captioned “Spursy”.The Welshman said: “It could be a ‘Unitedy’ thing now, I’m telling you.”Ferdinand grumbled: “Can we get off air now, and talk about this?”Bale then added: “It gets rid of that stigma now for sure and hopefully they can build on it.”It’s amazing for the club, it’s been a long time coming. Now, Ange goes down as a legendary manager, winning a European [trophy].Read More on The Sun”Now they’ve finally got it off their backs, hopefully this is a stepping stone to build off.”They’ll have a cash injection with the Champions League, they’ll be able to get players in and strengthen from there.”MAN UTD VS TOTTENHAM – EUROPA LEAGUE FINAL LIVELatest betting odds, offers and predictions Gareth Bale appeared on TNT Sports alongside Lynsey Hipgrave, Rio Ferdinand and Glenn HoddleCredit: GettyBale poses with former team-mates Son Heung-min and Ben DaviesCredit: Shutterstock Editorial More

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      Abandoned UK stadium that hosted FA Cup 110 years ago to undergo £130million regeneration after it was left to rot

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      THE CRYSTAL PALACE National Sports Centre – the site of 21 FA Cup finals – is undergoing a £130million refurb and could host top-class athletics by the end of the decade.The iconic sports venue in South London, which includes an abandoned Olympic-standard swimming pool, has fallen into a state of disrepair over the past decade.The Crystal Palace National Sports Centre is set to undergo a major refurbCredit: FAULKNER DOWNESA whopping £130million will be sunk into the venue, which has become agedCredit: FAULKNER DOWNESThe revamp could lead to the venue hosting top athletics by the end of the decadeCredit: FAULKNER DOWNESThe area had been left to rot, with PIGEON POO all over the indoor track, leaks in the roof and floodlights that were closed off on safety grounds.There had also been sightings of foxes and rats darting in-between the rusty old stands.Yet since the summer of 2023, work has begun to restore the arena back to its former glories, starting with long-overdue track repairs.And now “new concept images” have been released by the Mayor of London that show the potential transformation of the outdoor athletics arena and the swimming facilities inside the Grade-II listed building – with a completion date of 2028.READ MORE SPORTS NEWSThe hope is that future Diamond League meetings could be held there in front of a capacity crowd of 35,000.London Mayor Sadiq Khan has pledged millions to improve the sporting facilities at the Sports Centre that opened in 1964 and is just two miles from Selhurst Park, home of FA Cup winners Crystal Palace.And building firm Morgan Sindall Construction have been appointed to deliver the Centre’s improved design and build.A pre-construction period has started, which includes detailed applications for planning and listed building consent, with major works planned to commence in the second half of 2026.Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMayor of London Sadiq Khan has pledged millions of pounds to revamp the venueCredit: PAThe redevelopment will include a complete rebuild of the structure of the swimming and diving pools and “improved sporting facilities”.The location holds a special place in British sporting history – with 20 men’s FA Cup finals, excluding replays, held on the same site between 1895 and 1914.How Crystal Palace outsmarted Man City in FA Cup finalIt was also the historic venue for the first Women’s FA Cup final in 1971, which was won by Southampton Ladies.It also hosted some of the greatest international athletics events in the UK – Usain Bolt ran a 200 metres race in front of 15,000 people at the London Grand Prix just weeks before the Beijing 2008 Olympic Games.And Steve Ovett, Seb Coe and Steve Cram are among the other track-and-field icons who have raced there.Khan said: “Crystal Palace National Sports Centre is an historic and much-loved sporting and community facility where many UK sporting stars have started their careers and trained but which needs major investment and refurbishment.“I’m committed to this once-in-a-generation redevelopment of the site which will secure its future for decades to come.“With short-term improvements already delivered and Morgan Sindall Construction now appointed to deliver the design and build of the centre.”We look forward to working closely with partners and the local community to create an outstanding sporting venue as we work together to build a better, healthy London for all.” More

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      ‘Throwing him under the bus’ – Ruben Amorim takes dig at Alejandro Garnacho leaving Man Utd fans shocked

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      MANCHESTER UNITED fans were left stunned by Ruben Amorim’s digging out of Alejandro Garnacho after the Europa League final.The Argentina international was dropped to the bench for Wednesday’s 1-0 defeat to Tottenham in Bilbao, much to the surprise of many.Alejandro Garnacho was dropped to the bench for the Europa League final against TottenhamCredit: ReutersHe came on late in the second half but was unable to make an impactCredit: PAThe winger was on the receiving end of a brutal dig from manager Ruben Amorim after the matchCredit: GETTYMason Mount replaced Garnacho but was hauled off in the 71st minute after a lacklustre display.And Amorim stunningly lambasted Garnacho for a key miss in the semi-final against Athletic Bilbao when asked bout his decision to start Mount.The Portuguese gaffer said: “It’s easy to say that now.“[But] who missed the big opportunity in the first half in the semi-final? Garnacho. Football is like that.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDThe Old Trafford faithful couldn’t quite believe Amorim’s jibe at the winger, with one saying: “So, he is putting Garnacho under the bus?”Another said: “This is very bad from a good coach.”It seems he’s angry, but the truth is his formation and overall approach were poor, and he’s not ready to take responsibility.”It’s easy to say that now, when Garnacho missed that chance they said why didn’t he play Mount.”Most read in FootballJOIN SUN VEGAS: GET £50 BONUSMan Utd ratings: Diallo best player in Europa League final but Hojlund out of his depthAMAD DIALLO’S fizzing first-half display was little consolation for Manchester United in a dismal 1-0 Europa League final loss to Tottenham.Rasmus Hojlund’s plight up front continued in one of the worst European showpieces for many years – as both sides showed why they will finish in the Premier League lower reaches.Spurs clinched it from virtually their first opportunity – on 42 minutes.Brennan Johnson bundled in Pape Sarr’s inswinging cross, with United left-back Luke Shaw also getting a touch on the way.The Red Devils dictated possession more and more after the break, with Leny Yoro stretching to test Guglielmo Vicario from a free-kick.But United’s chances only arrived regularly in the final quarter of a patchy contest.The Red Devils belatedly piled on the pressure in the seven minutes of stoppage time, but Spurs just held on.Here’s how SunSport’s Dave Courtnadge rated United on a miserable night individually and collectively for Ruben Amorim’s men…And another said: “It’s genius when it works, he’s a fraud when it doesn’t. That’s football.”One remarked: “Amorim made a mistake he must accept it.”Dave Courtnadge reactions as Tottenham beat Man United in Europa League finalAnother chimed in: “This was the wrong call by Amorim. Not in hindsight but in foresight.”Garnacho was far from happy with his place on the bench and let rip at Amorim in a bombshell statement casting doubt over his future at the Theatre of Dreams.He said: “Until the final, I played every round helping the team.”Then the final arrives and I play 20 minutes?! I don’t know.“The final, the season, the whole situation of the club.”I will try to enjoy the summer and then we will see what happens.” More

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      Allegri favourite to replace Ruben Amorim after Man Utd manager threatens to walk with Mourinho and Glasner also in race

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      RUBEN AMORIM is prepared to walk away from Manchester United – but which managers are on the shortlist to replace him?The Portuguese boss, 40, was only appointed SIX months ago but has overseen the worst period in the club’s recent history.Ruben Amorim could be facing the sack after six months at Man UtdUnited missed the chance to end another horror season on a positive note as they were beaten 1-0 by Tottenham in the Europa League final on Wednesday night.Amorim immediately claimed he would quit Off Trafford with no pay-off if the board and fans decide his time is up.He said: “I’m always open, if they feel that I am not the right guy, I will go the next day without any conversation about compensation. “But I will not quit. I am really confident in my job. As you can see, I will not change nothing in how I do things.”READ MORE ON MAN UTDUnited were seven points off a Champions League spot when Amorim replaced Erik ten Hag, but now are a remarkable TWENTY SEVEN points off fifth spot.Yet Sir Jim Ratcliffe and co are backing the man who has picked up just NINE points since December as United hit a new low every week.But while the post Sir Alex Ferguson era has got worse and worse, no manager has suffered the humiliation of being 16th in the Prem table, with the cash-less squad needing an entire overhaul. SunSport takes a look at the six candidates to replace Amorim if he decides to head for the ever-lasting revolving door.Most read in FootballJoin SUN CLUB for the Man Utd Files every Thursday plusin-depth coverage and exclusives from Old TraffordMassimiliano AllegriFormer Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri leads the betting markets at 4/1, according to Betfair.The pragmatic 58-year-old – once hailed as an “extraordinary technician” by Sir Alex – was a front-runner in October 2024 before Amorim was hired. Allegri has been out of work since being sacked just two days after winning the Coppa Italia with Juve a year ago.It’s claimed that he was involved in angry exchanges with officials, a reporter and sporting director Cristiano Giuntoli after the 1-0 win over Atalanta – which largely contributed to him receiving the boot.The decorated coach won five Serie A titles with Juve, as well as five league cups.He also reached two Champions League finals during his first stint in charge, before returning in 2021 to manage them for a further three years.Allegri first managed AC Milan between 2010 and 2014, winning Serie A in the 2010-11 season.Ex- Juventus coach Massimiliano Allegri leads the betting markets to replace AmorimKieran McKennaIpswich boss McKenna was also on United’s shortlist of candidates to replace Ten Hag last year.The Northern Irishman – who was a coach under Jose Mourinho and Ole Gunnar Solskjaer at United – is still held in high regard despite being unable to avoid relegation with the Tractor Boys.McKenna knows United inside out, but whether he’s ready to front England’s biggest team is another story – just look at Amorim.Ipswich won back-to-back promotions from League One to the Prem, ending the club’s 22-year absence, under his tutelage.Kieran McKenna was an under-18s and first team assistant coach at Man Utd before joining IpswichJose Mourinho He couldn’t. Could he?The Special One is a staggering 6/1 favourite to make a stunning return to Old Trafford and take over from his former apprentice.Mourinho guided United to their last European cup victory in 2017 and it’s hard to imagine him losing to Spurs in any final. The 62-year-old, who is just about to finish second in the Super Lig in his debut campaign with Fenerbahce, spent just over two seasons with United before he was sacked in December 2018.The former Chelsea boss then spent two years at Spurs before things turned sour in 2019, with United going trophy-less until 2023.The likelihood of Ratcliffe bringing him back seems slim, especially given his past history with the chaos club who don’t need anymore scandals.But serial winner Mourinho loves the Prem and will believe he can find success anywhere – before inevitably falling out with everybody.Jose Mourinho is a contender to replace AmorimOliver Glasner Crystal Palace boss Oliver Glasner’s stock is at an all-time high following his FA Cup success against Manchester City.Like Postecoglou ended Spurs’ 17-year drought last night, Glasner won Palace’s first ever trophy in the club’s 120-year history. The 50-year-old has experience of success, having led Eintracht Frankfurt to Europa League glory in 2022.He also lifted the Austrian Cup twice with SV Ried, where he spent most of his playing career.Glasner has never lost or conceded a goal to Man Utd either, smashing them 4-0 within months of going Palace in May 2024.Oliver Glasner has a history of successMauricio PochettinoSpurs fans wanted Pochettino back before Ange delivered a trophy at long last this week.Pochettino, currently paid £4.5m a year in his US national team job, is available at 7/1 to make a return for a fourth stint in the Prem. The Argentine previously managed Southampton, Tottenham and Chelsea, who he left by mutual consent last year.But Poch, sacked in 2019, just months after leading Spurs to the Champions League Final, has spoken of “unfinished business” in North London.While 53-year-old was once considered to become a future legendary boss, United fans don’t want to become his fifth Prem club.Pochettino has been lined up to replace Amorim AND Ange PostecoglouGareth SouthgateThe former England boss has been out of management since leaving his role with the Three Lions after the Euro 2024 final.In October, he ruled himself out of any dugout jobs for at least 12 months – but may have turned his back on football for good.Southgate – who is writing a book, been a technical observer for Uefa and gave the BBC’s Richard Dimbleby Lecture – said: “I won’t coach in the next year, for sure. I’m certain of that.”I need to give myself time to make good decisions. When you come out of a really big role you need to give your body time, you need to give your mind time.”Read More on The SunThe ex-Middlesbrough coach was somehow strongly linked to the Old Trafford hotseat last summer, amid uncertainty regarding the future of Ten Hag.Southgate is said to have admirers within Ineos, but the fans will surely riot if he arrives as gaffer.The former Middlesbrough boss has been strongly linked to the Old Trafford hotseatMan Utd ratings: Diallo best player in Europa League final but Hojlund out of his depthAMAD DIALLO’S fizzing first-half display was little consolation for Manchester United in a dismal 1-0 Europa League final loss to Tottenham.Rasmus Hojlund’s plight up front continued in one of the worst European showpieces for many years – as both sides showed why they will finish in the Premier League lower reaches.Spurs clinched it from virtually their first opportunity – on 42 minutes.Brennan Johnson bundled in Pape Sarr’s inswinging cross, with United left-back Luke Shaw also getting a touch on the way.The Red Devils dictated possession more and more after the break, with Leny Yoro stretching to test Guglielmo Vicario from a free-kick.But United’s chances only arrived regularly in the final quarter of a patchy contest.The Red Devils belatedly piled on the pressure in the seven minutes of stoppage time, but Spurs just held on.Here’s how SunSport’s Dave Courtnadge rated United on a miserable night individually and collectively for Ruben Amorim’s men… More

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      Last chance to win cash with Score Predictor this season – stats and facts for each fixture

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      THIS is your last chance to win cash through Score Predictor this season.If your crystal ball offers you a clear picture of the final day of the Premier League campaign, you could be £250 richer by Sunday night!Play now ahead of the Premier League’s final weekendCredit: Dream TeamSimply submit your predictions for the five selected fixtures and earn points for the accuracy of your forecast as the action unfolds.If you earn the most points then you’ll claim the cash prize!PLAY SCORE PREDICTOR NOW!Allow us to present some key stats and facts to help inform your decisions…Fulham v Manchester CityPep Guardiola’s side fell short in the FA Cup but they are technically the Premier League’s most in-form team heading into the last weekend having won five of their last six games in the top flight.The recent history of this match-up is incredibly one-sided with Man City having won the last 17 meetings in a run that stretches back to 2012!There’s also a disparity in terms of motivation with Fulham very much on the beach in 10th while City still need to confirm qualification for the Champions League.The Cottagers are a well-organised outfit capable of playing the role of party poopers but we’re inclined to back an away win.Our Prediction: 3-1 to Man CityMost read in FootballOmar Marmoush scored a stunning goal against Bournemouth in midweekCredit: GettyManchester United v Aston VillaIf the Europa League final is anything to go by, the Red Devils won’t be up to much this weekend.Defeat to Tottenham in Bilbao has condemned Ruben Amorim’s side to the club’s worst season in generations and there’s a real danger the mood will turn toxic at Old Trafford if Unai Emery’s troops run riot on Sunday.The Villains are finishing the season in fine form – only City are above them in the form table – with a place in the Champions League up for grabs on the final day.That being said, Man United have been a bogey team for Villa for decades now.In fact, they’ve only won twice at Old Trafford in the Premier League era.More recently, Man United have won four of the last five meetings in all competitions.Even so, we think Villa will break the hoodoo this time around.Our Prediction: 3-0 to Aston VillaRuben Amorim is under serious pressureCredit: GettyNewcastle v EvertonJordan Pickford saved an Anthony Gordon penalty as these teams played out a scrappy 0-0 in the reverse fixture back in October.Here’s hoping the last-day-before-school-holidays vibe of the final weekend encourages a more entertaining contest at St James’ Park.The hosts will probably need a result to keep them in the top five but they may be without top-scorer Alexander Isak, who remains a doubt following his absence against Arsenal last weekend.Only Liverpool and Man City have scored more goals than Newcastle in home league games this season and the Magpies could jump to the top of that list with a convincing victory over the Toffees.Home advantage should be enough to propel Newcastle over the line in this one.Our Prediction: 2-0 to NewcastleNewcastle are close to a return to the Champions LeagueCredit: ReutersNottingham Forest v ChelseaThe pick of the fixtures as two of the Champions League hopefuls battle it out.The Blues may have one eye on the Conference League final but they can’t afford to rest key players against Forest given the stakes.Only Liverpool have registered more shots and generated more xG than Chelsea in the top flight this season but Enzo Maresca’s side did a lot of their best work in the first third of the campaign, when Cole Palmer was at his best.Nuno Espirito Santo’s men have faded at the back end of the season but a crucial win over West Ham last weekend will ensure a feverish atmosphere at the City Ground.No team has conceded fewer goals at home than Forest in 2024/25 and it’s notable that Chelsea rank just 11th for points earned on the road.Call us romantic but we can see the home side getting the job done.Our Prediction: 2-1 to ForestForest will be buoyed by their home fansCredit: GettySouthampton v ArsenalWe finish with what should be a more straightforward match-up in the form of 20th vs 2nd.Saints fans will be glad to see the back of a miserable season in which their side have mustered just two wins and 12 points.Southampton actually went 1-0 up at the Emirates back in October but ultimately succumbed 3-1 as Kai Havertz, Gabriel Martinelli and Bukayo Saka got on the scoresheet.If the Gunners are in a vindictive mood then it could get messy for the hosts but the visitors might prefer to cruise towards their summer holidays instead.Read More on The SunOur Prediction: 2-0 to ArsenalShow us how it’s done by entering your predictions now!Score PredictorPlay Score Predictor with Dream Team this season!FREE to play£250 weekly prizePredict scores of five selected Premier League fixtures and earn points for accuracyMost points wins weekly cash prizePLAY NOW More

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      ‘Intolerable position’ – Jeff Stelling QUITS job after nine years and releases furious statement

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      SKY SPORTS legend Jeff Stelling has announced that he will no longer be honorary president of Hartlepool United.The 70-year-old made the decision after being left disappointed with the state of Hartlepool’s takeover process.Jeff Stelling has quit his job at HartlepoolCredit: Getty Images – GettyHartlepool owner Raj Singh put the club up for sale in April 2023 and resigned from his role as chairman two months ago.Despite stepping down, he committed to funding staff and player wages until the end of the campaign.But with a takeover yet to be completed, planning for the 2025-26 season is behind.The latest round of talks recently stalled, putting the future of Hartlepool in limbo.READ MORE IN FOOTBALLBoard members have now asked Singh to commit to further funding, but the owner will only do so if backed by the supporters.He even suggested that a vote be completed to determine how many season ticket holders would be open to accepting his assistance.The latest revelation has left talkSPORT presenter Stelling furious – so much so that he decided to step down from his role as honourary president.Stelling took to X to write: “Following Raj’s latest statement, I have resigned as President of @Official_HUFC.Most read in EFLCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITS”I know this is only an honorary role but it is the best way I felt I could protest against the treatment of the party trying to take control the club.”Supporters have been left in an intolerable position with a perceived threat to the future of the club should they not support the current owner.Fans have ‘tears in eyes’ as Sky Sports icon Chris Kamara reunited with old pal Jeff Stelling on shock commentary return”Let’s remember it was him who wanted to stop funding the club. Yet now he seems almost affronted that others want to take over.”Not once have I been consulted about this even though I am a shareholder.”I have not met the would be buyers but I do know they have been trying to buy this club for over a year – not the actions of time wasters.”I will always love this club and wish all our fans the best.”Hartlepool finished the season 11th in the National League table with 60 points from 46 games. More

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      Postecoglou unrecognisable in amazing video as first club share emotional 3-minute tribute after Europa League triumph

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      TOTTENHAM boss Ange Postecoglou received a touching tribute from his first ever club after his historic Europa League triumph.Postecoglou, 59, led Spurs to their first trophy since their League Cup win in 2008 under Juande Ramos and lived up to his promise that he always wins silverware in his second year at a club.Tottenham boss Ange Postecoglou received a special tribute after winning the Europa LeaguePostecoglou was praised by his first ever club South Melbourne, whom he joined as a childSouth Melbourne shared a three-minute clip of Postecoglou’s greatest achievementsPostecoglou looked unrecognisable in that short videoThe Aussie tactician’s stunning run continued after enjoying similar success with the likes of South Melbourne, Australia, Yokohama Marinos and Celtic before moving to Spurs.And Wednesday’s 1-0 victory over Manchester United at San Mames led to an incredible tribute from the Melbourne outfit where he started both his playing and coaching career.The Australian side shared a stunning three-minute clip showing the Tottenham boss’ rise from humble beginnings all the way to his trophy-laden managerial run.South Melbourne tweeted: “Ange Postecoglou – the man, the myth, our legend. Read More on Football”From his early days as a Hellas junior, to a championship-winning captain and coach, Ange has gone on to become a serial winner wherever he’s been. “His football journey is truly one of a kind. Now, he stands as a European champion with @SpursOfficial. Here’s a look at his incredible journey.”A video followed showing Postecoglou looking completely unrecognisable as a youngster with a moustache, goatee and rich curly hair.The Spurs boss is also heard explaining how it all started with his parents having to leave Greece in 1970 during the military dictatorship for a better life in Australia.Most read in FootballCASINO SPECIAL – BEST CASINO BONUSES FROM £10 DEPOSITSThe former defender started out at South Melbourne in 1978 as a youth player where he spent a total of 15 years and won two National League titles in 1984 and 1991.The Greek-born head coach’s stint with the Aussie outfit also holds a special place in his heart as he worked under the legendary Ferenc Puskas, who managed the Melbourne club from 1989 until 1992.’I’d dive head first through a brick wall for him’ – Ange Postecoglou’s rallying speech reduces Tottenham fans to tearsPostecoglou was Puskas’ right-hand man and translator as the Real Madrid icon had a successful stint in Greece managing Panathinaikos and AEK Athens before moving Down Under.The Aussie tactician then took over as South Melbourne boss in 1996 following short stint as an assistant coach and won three titles during his four-year spell in the dugout.And the rest is history as he then won the Asian Cup with Australia, the Japanese league with Yokohama and everything with Celtic before joining Tottenham in 2023.Postecoglou was shown with rich curly hair and a goatee as well as a moustachePostecoglou’s humble beginning as a manager was also depictedPostecoglou went on to win everything with CelticAnd then Postecoglou won a historic Europa League title with Tottenham More