Celtic family is well aware of Big Ange’s emotional speeches

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·25 juin 2025

Celtic family is well aware of Big Ange’s emotional speeches

Ange Postecoglou’s rousing speech to his players before the Europa League final – credited with driving Tottenham’s triumph – has now been revealed to football supporters worldwide, but Celtic supporters have seen this blockbuster movie before…

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In similar fashion, the former Celtic boss gave a powerful address to his Hoops players prior to the Scottish League Cup final against theRangers in 2023 which was later released by Celtic TV once the 2022/2023 season finished with his side securing an historic Treble.

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Just nine days after ending Tottenham’s 41-year wait for a European trophy, the Australian was dismissed – but that monumental victory against Manchester United last month ensured his legacy at the club.

Although Tottenham endured a dismal Premier League campaign, finishing 17th, the ex-Celtic manager still upheld his claim of securing silverware in his second year at every club he has managed in his illustrious managerial career.

Celtic manager Ange Postecoglou lifts the League Cup with teammates trophy following victory in the Viaplay Cup Final between Rangers and Celtic at Hampden Park on February 26, 2023 (Photo by Ian MacNicol/Getty Images)

Many Tottenham supporters were disappointed by his sacking, believing, quite rightfully, his European success – achieved by focusing on the Europa League over domestic form – had earned him a chance of taking his team into next season. In typical Daniel Levy fashion, he made a bonkers decision.

The 59 year-old departs North London having built a lasting legacy, much like the impactful tenures he enjoyed at Celtic and his previous clubs.

Ange Postecoglou, Manager of Tottenham Hotspur, lifts the UEFA Europa League Trophy after his sides victory in the UEFA Europa League Final 2025 between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United at Estadio de San Mames on May 21, 2025 in Bilbao, Spain. (Photo by Carl Recine/Getty Images)

He consistently brought out the best in his players at Celtic, thanks in part to the powerful motivational speeches that became a hallmark of his leadership. Prior to managing in Glasgow, Jackson Irvine and Ryan McGowan had mentioned how spine-tingling his team talks were during his spell as Australian boss, and they weren’t wrong. Now the football world is just catching up.

A European final calls for an inspiring pre-match speech, and big Ange delivered just that – his empowering words are now making the rounds on social media.

Ange Postecoglou, Manager of Tottenham Hotspur, smiles after his side’s victory in the UEFA Europa League Final 2025 between Tottenham Hotspur and Manchester United at Estadio de San Mames on May 21, 2025 in Bilbao, Spain. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Speaking to his players inside the San Mamés Stadium last month, he said: “Okay, from the day I arrived it was about family. We’re not in this position just because of our football. We’re in this position because all of you, us the staff, stuck together like family through tough times, and we’re going to need that today.”

“Remember why we do this. It’s not about just about winning things. It’s about paying back. Giving to people who love us and make sacrifices for us. So you walk out today, not just 11 brothers. Walk out today with all of us with you, with all those people with you.”

“The thousands in the stadium with you, hundreds of thousands back home with you. We’re the biggest army. They can’t stop us…they can’t stop us. What we have can’t be stopped.”

“Just go out there, play our football, be like a family. At the end of the game, when he’s lifting that trophy, you’re going to make all those people prouder than they have ever been in their life.”

You can see Ange’s motivational team talk to his Tottenham players below…

🚨🎙️ REVEALED: Ange Postecoglou’s pre-match speech to the players ahead of the UEFA Europa League Final in Bilbao. This is special. 🤍🇦🇺
– mardi 24 juin 2025

Not so different to his pre-match speech to Celtic players prior to an iconic day at Hampden where Kyogo’s two finishes helped secure trophy one of three that season.

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