'Ange’s stubbornness might get the better of him'

Is it possible to trust the process too much?

As we all know by now, Ange Postecoglou is very clear about the style of football he wants his team to play and is adamant that they will play this way no matter what.

When it works, it can be spectacular. Expansive, thrilling, high-scoring – football at its most entertaining.

However, with any reward worth having, there is usually a risk involved. In the case of Angeball, this manifests as performances that are at best frustrating, at worst infuriating, and invariably ultimately disappointing – football at its most unsatisfying.

I fear that Ange’s stubbornness might get the better of him before too long – if it has not done so already. Granted, Spurs fans love watching this style of play when it works, but many are growing increasingly tired of watching us struggle against teams we should arguably be beating.

Ange has made it clear he wants to win, but it seems he would rather his team play entertaining football at all costs. I want to see this football too, but I am equally happy to watch us scrap for three points every now and then when needed.

Recent injuries, illnesses and suspensions aside, what is the more substantial issue that is causing such inconsistency? Is it an inability to pick the lock of a low block? Is it an arrogance and complacency towards ‘inferior’ opposition? Is it a blind faith in a system that has been drilled into them by a manager who is either unwilling or incapable of adapting?

Whatever it is that is troubling Spurs right now, one thing is clear: the only way to survive Angeball is to accept you cannot change it.

Buckle up, Spurs fans. This rollercoaster has a lot of track left to run.

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