Ange Postecoglou says Manchester City clash was 'worst experience as a manager' but clarifies footage of fan argument

Tottenham manager Ange Postecoglou admitted he hit rock bottom after watching his team lose 2-0 to Manchester City on Tuesday.

Postecoglou was not there happy with some sections of the club's support for wanting the team to lose to City, which would somehow ruin Arsenal's hopes of winning the league.

As the teams approach the final game of the season, City only need one point to claim a fourth consecutive title. “I think after the game they asked me about the atmosphere and I said I didn't think it was normal, that I didn't like it,” he said.

“But I also didn't say I expected fans to behave differently, that's their right. I've always said that and I still stand by it.”

“I also stand by the fact that I have an opinion on it. I don't think it's right, it's just how I feel. I think you root for your team to win all the time, but that's my opinion.

“I guess I was wrong, I'm clearly in the minority when it comes to that. I guess it's a lesson for me, but I don't think I expressed any kind of real disappointment in terms of asking or pleading with people to do something against their will. I accept that.

“I'll try to explain it this way: that's probably the worst experience I've ever had as a football coach in a game because once I realized I was wrong about what the atmosphere was going to be like and how people were feeling. , I felt a real anxiety inside me about what would happen if city ​​of manchester“He beat us 5-0.”

He then put into context that City is among the best teams in the world. They won the treble last season and are on course to win their fourth consecutive Premier League title and, in the build-up to the game against Spurs, they beat Brighton 4-0, Wolves 5-1, Fulham 4-0 and Forest 2-0.

“What if we play as well as them but lose?” the coach said. “I broke out in a cold sweat thinking about the people who questioned my integrity and the people I work with.”

Two Erling Haaland The goals brought down Tottenham, who saw some home fans jokingly singing 'Poznan', a celebration associated with City fans.

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Postecoglu it was pointed during his post-match interview, condemning “the foundations” as “pretty fragile.”

However, in his apparent fight with a fan, which was caught on camera, Postecoglu said it was down to manners and not cheering for Arsenal to lose their place in the race.

“Two different issues,” he added. “I think if you're going to sit behind the bench, especially at a home game, you have to be respectful and within arm's reach of the most important people.”

“I wasn't happy because we just conceded a goal so I turned around to find out what his problem was and he used language he shouldn't have and was abusive and if I hear that I don't care who it is. He'll deal with it.

“But you are more than welcome to come back next time, take a seat and express your opinions.

“If he says bad words, if he is abusive, he will receive the same treatment from me again.

“But at the same time you also feel 'well mate, I'll do it in opposition fields every week, give me a break in my field'.”

Tottenham go into their final game knowing that at least one point will ensure them fifth place and the Europa League.