Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has compared the pressures of coaching in the Premier League to the challenges faced by political leaders, claiming his job is even tougher than being a Prime Minister.
Speaking ahead of Tottenham’s League Cup clash against Manchester United, the Greek-Australian coach explained the relentless scrutiny football managers face.
“Oh yeah, how many times does he have an election? I have one every weekend, mate,” Postecoglou remarked when asked if his role was harder than that of a Prime Minister. “We have an election every weekend and either get voted in or out.”
Postecoglou’s comments highlight the high-pressure nature of Premier League management, where success and failure are judged weekly.
Tottenham’s recent 5-0 victory over Southampton, which resulted in the sacking of Saints boss Russell Martin, underscores the precariousness of the profession. This came shortly after Wolves dismissed their manager, Gary O’Neil, illustrating how quickly fortunes can change in the sport.
Addressing the growing impatience within football, Postecoglou criticized the lack of respect for managers. “As a society, we are so quick to just throw people in the trash and move on really quickly with no thought or any care around it,” he stated.
The Australian, whose Tottenham side is striving for consistency in a challenging season, also expressed frustration at how speculation over managerial replacements has become commonplace.
“This job is the hardest job now in any walk of life. You can say politics, but this is harder than any job,” he said, emphasizing the emotional toll and limited longevity of coaching at the top level.
