The A-League's most successful coach takes on the challenge of the EPL

Tottenham have appointed former Celtic boss Ange Postecoglou as their head coach on a four-year deal Source: AAP / Steve Welsh/PA/Alamy

Ange Postecoglou is the first Australian coach in history to manage a football team in the English Premier League, signing a four year contract. This appointment is significant, setting a precedent for the up and coming football coaches who now have a role model to follow their dream.

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Published 7 June 2023 7:23pm

Updated 8 June 2023 7:00am

By Kuntamari Crofts

Source: SBS News

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