Ange Postecoglou is relishing the chance to take on Pep Guardiola’s Manchester City after the latter signed a contract extension to remain at the Etihad Stadium until 2027.
Under Guardiola’s tenure since 2016-17, City have lost more Premier League games (6) and conceded more goals (22) against Tottenham than any other opponent.
This suggests Spurs may be one of the few teams capable of ending City’s Premier League dominance.
Postecoglou acknowledged Guardiola’s success, stating “when greatness is around, you want to be around it. Hopefully it challenges you to be like that as well.”
However, the Tottenham manager is eager for the opportunity to “knock him off,” saying “I love the fact that there is a massive target out there that can seem insurmountable.”
The timing could be favorable for Postecoglou, as Guardiola’s City are currently experiencing their worst run of form under the Spanish manager, having lost their last four matches in all competitions. This is City’s longest losing streak since March-April 2006.
Tottenham will travel to face Manchester City in the Premier League on Saturday, providing Postecoglou a chance to begin chipping away at Guardiola’s dominance.
However, Spurs have struggled on the road themselves, winning just 2 of their last 11 away league games.
The clash between the two managers promises an intriguing tactical battle as Postecoglou seeks to upset the reigning Premier League champions and challenge Guardiola’s hegemony at the top of the English game.