Ange Postecoglou, the former Celtic manager who made the move to Tottenham Hotspur last summer, has expressed his anticipation and support for Celtic ahead of this Sunday’s monumental Glasgow Derby. Despite his departure, Postecoglou’s heart remains with Celtic, a testament to his deep connection with the club and its supporters.
“I think it’s early on Sunday, so I’ll definitely be watching,” Postecoglou told Sky Sports, highlighting his eagerness to follow the game despite his busy schedule with Spurs. His affinity for Celtic and the derby’s significance is palpable. “It’s one of the biggest rivalries in world football. I’m very much on the green and white side. I know what it means to the supporters to win that game.”
Postecoglou’s tenure at Celtic was marked by an intimate understanding and engagement with the fierce rivalry that defines the Glasgow Derby. “As much as we talk about derbies and they mean more, this one does, I lived and breathed it for a couple of years, and it’s a really important game for both clubs,”
The former manager also touched upon the critical nature of the upcoming clash, given the close competition between Celtic and Rangers. “Looking at how tight the table is this year, it takes on extra significance because you know most of the time that’s what’s going to separate the two sides at the end of the year. It’ll be a cracking game, and I’ll be tuning in.”
During his time in Scotland, Ange Postecoglou left an indelible mark on Celtic, winning five trophies out of six possible. He arrived at a challenging time for the club, rebuilding the team from the ground up at a moment when Celtic was struggling. His leadership over two remarkable years revitalized the club and its supporters, bringing success and excitement back to Celtic Park.
This Sunday’s derby is not just another game; it’s a massive tie at Ibrox, where Celtic will face the challenge of playing without the support of their fans in the stadium. This scenario is not new to the team, and they have triumphed under similar conditions before. The question that looms as the match approaches: Can Celtic do it again and secure a victory?
