Celtic hero postecoglou brutally calls out jamie Carragher and one Rangers legend for always talking sh**t about him

Ange Postecoglou has once again proven his doubters wrong, as he led Tottenham Hotspur to a historic 1-0 win over Manchester United in the Europa League final on Wednesday night in Bilbao. The victory not only ends Spurs’ long trophy drought but also reaffirms Postecoglou’s bold claim from September that he always wins in his second season.

From Brisbane Roar to the Socceroos, from dominating in Japan to becoming a Celtic legend, Postecoglou’s journey has always been marked by silverware in his sophomore seasons. His stint at Celtic saw him win the domestic treble, and now, in his second season at Tottenham, he’s added another major European title to his already decorated résumé.

But this path to glory wasn’t without its hurdles.

For much of the current campaign, the 59-year-old Australian was ridiculed and mocked by pundits and fans alike, particularly for his assertion that he “always” wins in his second season. Amidst inconsistent Premier League performances and mounting injuries, critics such as former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher and ex-Rangers striker Kris Boyd questioned whether Postecoglou’s domestic success in Scotland could translate to the English top flight.

However, with the Europa League trophy now in Tottenham’s cabinet, Postecoglou is the one having the last laugh.

The manager, who was born in Greece and raised in Australia, faced intense scrutiny since his move from Celtic to Tottenham. Many believed that success at Celtic couldn’t be replicated in England, and doubted whether his philosophy would stand up to the intensity of the Premier League. Yet, through all the noise, Postecoglou remained focused and now, triumphant.

After the final whistle, the former Celtic boss joined CBS Sports for a post-match interview featuring Roy Keane, Micah Richards, and Carragher himself. Richards, who has publicly supported Postecoglou throughout the season, exclaimed, “You always win in your second season, mate. How does that feel? Come on. I’ve been backing you all season.”

Postecoglou, visibly elated, responded with a cheeky jab that drew laughter from the studio: “I can’t say the same for everyone on the panel.”

He continued, reflecting on the challenge of taking over at Tottenham:

“It has been the toughest couple of years I have had in my career. I knew it going into it. I knew what I was getting into. This football club has had world-class managers. A lot better credentials than I have, and haven’t been able to get there, so I knew I had a massive challenge ahead of me.”

He also acknowledged Micah Richards’ steadfast support, joking, “Sorry, Micah. You have been in my camp all along. I love you, mate. I think Joe Hart has probably influenced you a fair bit.”

Even Jamie Carragher, one of Postecoglou’s most vocal critics, was forced to admit defeat. Speaking after the match, Carragher said:

“Oh, he’s not a clown. He’s a very quotable manager. He is on the front foot in press conferences. A lot of the time, this season, that has come back to haunt him in so many ways. But that quote now will be remembered forever, because he does always win in his second season. He has shut us all up. Proven us all wrong.”

Indeed, Postecoglou’s now-iconic quote has become more than just a defiant soundbite it’s become a badge of vindication. While many laughed at his confidence earlier in the season, it’s now etched into Spurs’ history as the words of the man who brought them back to glory.

With the Europa League trophy in hand, and critics silenced, Ange Postecoglou continues to carve out a legacy of resilience, belief, and undeniable success. Whether in Australia, Japan, Scotland, or now England, the Celtic hero has once again delivered just like he said he would.