In an upcoming match, Chelsea’s manager, Mauricio Pochettino, expressed his optimism about Tottenham’s potential to contend for the Premier League title under Ange Postecoglou’s leadership. Pochettino’s return to face his former club adds a layer of excitement to the fixture.
Mauricio Pochettino is set to return to Tottenham Hotspur, this time as Chelsea’s manager, marking his first encounter with his former club since taking the helm at the Blues. While Chelsea is currently struggling and languishing in the lower half of the Premier League table, Tottenham is unbeaten and perched at the top.
Pochettino, who managed Tottenham from 2014 to 2019 and led them to their first Champions League final, praised his former club’s current performance and the quality of football displayed under Ange Postecoglou’s management. When asked if Tottenham could be considered title contenders, Pochettino responded positively during a press conference, saying, “Yes [they are title contenders]. I think so. They are doing a fantastic job. Ange, and the coaching staff who I know well, are doing very well.”
Pochettino’s return to Tottenham holds sentimental value for him. He referred to it as a “special” moment, emphasizing the fond memories from his time managing the club. He added, “It’s really special to come back after four years to a place where we have amazing memories. It’s strange to go back [to Spurs] as the Chelsea manager, but it’s going to be a happy day.”
The upcoming Premier League match between Tottenham and Chelsea is eagerly anticipated, given Pochettino’s return and the prospects of Tottenham’s title contention. Th6, Tottenham will take on Chelsea at 09:00. This encounter is critical for Chelsea, as they aim to climb up the league standings and avoid their fifth defeat in 11 league games.
